Article
Protect Your Garden from the Summer Heat
Lifestyle
Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy your garden, but the hot weather can be tough on your plants. Here are some easy tips to help your flowers and vegetables thrive even in the heat:
Water Wisely
- The best time to water: Water your garden early in the morning. This gives your plants a good drink before the sun gets too strong, and the water has time to soak in. Avoid watering in the middle of the day when a lot of the water will just evaporate.
Mulch is Your Friend
- What is mulch? Mulch is like a blanket for your soil. It can be made of things like wood chips, straw, or leaves.
- Why it helps: Mulch keeps the soil cool and helps it hold onto water, so you don't have to water as often.
Get Some Shade
- Shade cloths: You can buy special cloth at garden stores that block out some of the sun's rays. Put these over delicate plants during the hottest part of the day.
- Natural shade: If you have taller plants, try planting smaller, heat-sensitive ones nearby. The taller ones will give them some shade.
One more tip
- Healthy soil: Plants in healthy soil are stronger and better at handling the heat. Add compost to all your plants to give your plants a boost.
Remember, it takes a little extra care, but you can have a beautiful, healthy garden all summer long!