You may have heard that you should never water your plants at midday in the hot sun because you risk scorching their 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 ...

It’s hot in Houston, and gardens are feeling it. Nursery expert Paul Nesrsta has tips on caring for plants during the hottest days of summer. “I’ve been gardening for 50 years, and like all real plant ...

One method to develop a greener thumb: Knowing when to water your plants. The general rule for watering plants, or your lawn and garden, is to water them once a week. However, your flowers and other ...

When it comes to watering plants, the best advice is simple: Water infrequently but deeply, and let the soil be your guide. Some plants have greater water needs than others. Once established, for ...

Hot, dry weather has set in as it often does by late summer. Your yard is probably suffering and your potted plants are begging for water. So, when is the best time to water? If you’re like me, you’re ...

Every day, I get my weather forecast from our local TV newscast. In our outdoor business, the weather can have a great impact on our day. This is why I am glad we have several great meteorologists on ...

It's common to see squash leaves wilting in the afternoon heat. You may think they need more water, but there's another ...

Q: I live in northwest Las Vegas. Our restrictions are to water three days a week in the fall, and never on Sundays. Of late, the Southern Nevada Water Authority has commented that trees, shrubs and ...

Indiana's freezing temperatures mean Hoosier plants may be at risk for cold damage. Here are expert tips on how to protect ...