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- Double potting smaller containers also helps insulate the soil during the hottest weather. Place the container inside a larger one, and then fill the space with soil or fine mulch. (This is beneficial whether you're away or at home.)
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- Make your own self-watering:
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Push neck of bottle into the soil; do this near the edge so the bottle can rest against the pot.
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- Use water Delivery Devices or Gels, or time-release water products.? Several products are available which utilize all-natural, biodegradable ingredients to keep soil moist. The gel-form water gradually releases the moisture when it comes into contact with the soil.
- Adding a layer of mulch to the surface of each pot helps cut down on evaporation.
- Enclose plants in large transparent or clear plastic bags. Place the plant inside the bag and then close the top tightly with lightweight twine or ribbon. If the top flops and bends the plant, put a tall stick in the pot to hold up the bag. This way will work [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] for 2 weeks vacation.???
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- Move all your containers to a shady, [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] trusted individual to come in and give any dry pots a drink.
- Keep them both inside and [link widoczny dla zalogowanych] outside (out of direct sunlight) and it doesn't make much difference. Be sure to put a towel or something underneath the enclosed plant if you leave it indoors.
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Watering plants is the daily important task for gardeners but who will do it while you're away or on vacation??? Here are some helpful ways to solve the problem: