Here is our recomendation for watering in Santa Fe. Watering is best performed in the cooler times during the morning or evening. Remember, plants need 1.5-2 inches of water per week during hot weather, we’re talking about in-ground plants. Plants in hanging baskets, window boxes, and other containers, which rain does not moisten effectively when we have it, will need regular watering. Now with this hot weather … run all the hot water from the hose to keep from scalding the plants!
Here are some tips on how to water properly during the beginning of JUNE:
Please check your plants and make sure that they are receiving enough water. Without rain, here’s a list of watering techniques to consider:
* WATER LESS FREQUENTLY, MORE DEEPLY: Water thoroughly 1-2 times per week instead of a light application every day, in other words, soak the entire root zone.
* INSTALL A DRIP IRRIGATION SYSTEM
* COLLECT AND CHANNEL WATER: Place rain barrels or other large containers under canales to catch roof run-off — IF we ever get any rain!!!
* GIVE EACH PLANT ONLY AS MUCH WATER AS IT NEEDS. But remember: new plantings need generous amounts of water to become established.
PAYNE’S TIP: Make sure to use a “slow” dripping watering technique with your hose or irrigation system. Don’t just spray all over the place like SCRUFFY in the photo. Keep the hose or other watering supplies closer to the plants … this way the water won’t evaporate so quickly during these windy and hot days!