Posted by Grange Co-op on 31st Aug 2014
While it’s always wise to be water-conscious in the garden, during periods of drought it’s especially important to conserve H2O. And while less water may seem like a kiss of death to your garden, with a few simple water conservation strategies, your garden may actually be healthier and more productive than usual.
Essential to water conservation is watering wisely. Timing is everything, and ideally you will want to water early in the… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 1st Jun 2012
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This article was written for a drought year but the advice is relevant for any summer...
The winter has been drier than usual here in the Pacific Northwest, so there is not as much moisture stored in the soil. Watering may be limited in some places because of this year's drought. Aside from these considerations, the summer we are facing is much like any other summer. The Pacific Northwest has a Mediterranean climate, with very littl… Read more