Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings, waiting to add more water until the top 2 inches of soil feel dry. Use ...

Summer is off to a dry start in the Chicago region, which means it’s time for watering. “May was very dry, so plants need more watering than we might be used to doing at this time of year,” said ...

Have you ever wondered why your plants look droopy or yellow even though you water them faithfully? Watering seems straightforward, but it can be surprisingly tricky, especially when you’re just ...

Exactly how much and how often to water indoor plants in winter can be tricky to figure out. On one hand, houseplants grow slower in winter and generally need less water at this time; however, leaves ...

A record 100 million-plus U.S. households now garden, the National Gardening Association says. That means more Americans face the dilemma of how and when to water their plants. Watering frequency can ...

The worst time to water outdoor plants is in the afternoon when the sun causes water to evaporate quickly. Avoid watering outdoor plants in freezing weather as water can freeze around the roots and ...

Watering plants before a freeze doesn't help: We addressed this above but watering the soil around your plants before a freeze helps retain heat better than dry soil. The fix: Water the soil, not the ...