Mulch changed everything for me. The soil stayed moist longer, and I did not have to water nearly as often.
How often do you really water your vegetable garden during summer?
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I keep seeing different advice about watering. Some people say every day, others say deep watering a few times a week. What actually works for your garden in summer?
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Replies said watering depends on weather, soil, containers, and mulch. Most users preferred deep watering when needed rather than shallow watering every day, while container gardens often needed more frequent attention.
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I water deeply two or three times a week unless it is extremely hot. Shallow daily watering made my plants weaker.
Containers are different. My potted vegetables need water almost daily in hot weather because they dry out much faster than raised beds.
I use the finger test. If the soil feels dry a couple inches down, I water. If it is still damp, I leave it alone.
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