5 Easy Ways to Water in the Heat of Summer
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- Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
- It’s that time of year when, water rationing permitted, we become slaves to our hoses and watering cans. Here are 5 tips + products to make the job easier and more efficient.
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Before I leave for vacation I videotape myself during my morning watering. Then my daughter just follows the video on her phone. It worked very well.
Genius!
Great idea!
Awesome idea!!!
Suggestion for one more: rain barrels. Lets plants have lovely rain water, no need to haul out and fight the kinks in the hose, saves on water bills, can attach soaker hoses to it, doesn’t waste roof runoff water.
I've been wanting to do the rain barrels but I hear these rain barrels will fill really fast with a hard rain? So I'm afraid that It might overflow and cause damage so I never actually pursued it anymore. Where does the water divert after it fills up your rain barrel?
@@randyman8984 same place as it goes now from your downspout. A rain barrel is like sticking a glass under the faucet, you just divert the water flow to fill up the “glass” to use later. Any overflow will continue its original journey. They all come with an overflow hose that directs it to the ground, but you can get a longer hose to extend it wherever you need. One option is to get another barrel and connect them to save more water. Another fun solution is to create a rain garden. That’s basically a section of your garden dug down to temporarily hold the overflow and filled with plants that are okay sitting in water for a bit until the soil can absorb the water. Size depends on absorption rate. If the rain barrel isn’t connected to a downspout it will take quite a while to fill up anyway, even with a downpour. Go for it!
@@randyman8984 I use a diverter kit that has a flap that closes when the barrel is full and redirects the water down the downspout. This one is from Amazon.💧UNIVERSAL FIT: Turn nearly any plastic container into a rain collection barrel that fills & overflows back to the downspout!
I use the splitter I have one with 4 valves. My front yard does not have a tap so I ran a hose (rubber) all around the base of the house to the front, then connected my hose to it. My second one is for the back yard. My third I cut off a 3 ft. Length of an old hose and connected it to the valve. When I need a bucket of water I do not have to turn on the length of a hose just filling using this small hose.I have 4 water barrels around the corners of my house, I attached septic tank hoses to the overflow of each of them and tuck them away so they are out of sight. When we get a deluge of rain I simple pull out they hoses onto the grass, tree area or plant bed and the water is redirected away from the house to the yard. I love the small sprinkler for the very reason you mentioned.
Thanks for this video. Watering is a very important issue these days. I live in California and every drop counts now.
So hard to go from Mon to Thurs ( I am M-Th-Sat) without watering when it's 90+. I save sink and shower water ( waiting for water to heat up!). Saves my pots on non-watering days.
Love the mosquitos in the beginning so cute!! I water in the evening.
Yes! To the hydration message!! Heat stress is a very real threat in our Zone 7 summers. If I am planning a long, possibly hot, morning in the garden I include water in my trug/basket and set a frozen Powerade out on the picnic table to thaw while I work. Both are indispensable in the heat. No one wants a heat emergency.
Great idea!
Frozen Powerade is a great idea! Thanks for sharing.
I like to carry around a timer because I have been known to forget about a sprinkler being on.
I use my phone
Linda, I think this video wins the prize for the greatest number of great tips for gardeners and for people who don't think of themselves as gardeners but who work outside in their yard! Thank you! I am going to go find the plumbers tape... it's around here somewhere...❤❤❤
I use to evening water. I will not do it again thanks to your tips.. thank u!! 🥰
Locally there have been some issues with shipments of seasonal merchandise, so selection of hoses has been limited not only in big-box stores, but garden centers and nurseries as well. I decided to put off buying anything this year, so went shopping my garage to see what hoses might be hidden away under something else. I found a 25' black Craftsman hose, and while it's not perfect (just as Linda says), it's working OK. A landscape designer friend told me a 3/4" hose is less likely to kink, but that diameter seems less common than 5/8". The Craftsman hose is 3/4", so there may be something to his theory.
Best purchase this year was an expandable hose! I bought a 50' for my patio and loved it so much I got a 100' for my side yard. Very light weight, 4 layers strong, never kinks with brass fittings including a turn off (just like your hose) at the end so I can shut it off a the end to change from wand to sprinkler without going to the spigot! Can't live without quick connects and agree about brass over plastic 💚
My watering tip is to sink a potted plant(s) into a bucket of water overnight when it is very hot and it gets rid of air bubbles, too ❤️🌳🌿
Recently did that with a hanging basket. Such a treat for that plant!!
Good Morning Linda, I just enjoy watching your videos on my lunch break at work. Have a great day!😊💕
Brilliant idea about the watering on alternate days. Lucky you live in a garden loving community. So many people in my neighbourhood opt for cement front and back gardens. I envy the american large gardens which you all seem to have. I'm lucky to have a little more space than some here in the uk. Thanks for sharing💞
I LOVE quick connects. I have issues with my hands and can’t hold a trigger very long or at all some days. I found a sprayer that has a fireman’s style nozzle. You just pull the lever back and it stays back on its own till you want to shut it off. Perfect for weak or painful hands. Very similar to the one you showed but the lever is very big so easy to move if moving small levers with your thumb is hard, since you can use your whole hand.
I agree with all of these tips! Especially the quick connects!
Definitely early morning watering. Live chats sound lovely.
I have the Dramm hose nozzle and love it but, it does not have a soaker setting. I like the soaker setting for deep saturation. Love the thumb control!
The splitter can also be used at the end of a hose. I've run one hose to the rear of our property, and then attached a splitter, with one hose and sprinkler running to the left, and another hose and sprinkler running to the right. Also works with soaker hoses. Can cover quite a long expanse this way.
I'm not really much of a live chat person myself. However it does seem most people like them. I do like the suggestion viewers have made about the rain barrels because even when rain gutters are functioning properly it's a good idea to keep water off and far away from your foundation.
I purchased quick metal connectors. Thank you for sharing this with us. It’s amazing product.
Love the mosquitoes in the intro Stewart! I’m so 😁 EXCITED 😆 for having ‘Real Time’ videos! It’s a great way to hear others’ questions and ability to ask my own questions. Love it!! There are stainless steel hoses that don’t kink, but it gets too hot in Vegas to use them. Would love to hear what others suggest. Thanks Linda! Ps… I love, love, love my 12” natural Kobo basket. I bought the littlest one too as well as many other items that I love. The multipurpose table is so useful for keeping my pruners and etc. handy and looks great on my patio.
I’m so glad!
LIVE CHATS?! O YESYESYESSSS PLEEEEZ!!!🙏🏻
Yes for live chats.
In answer to your question about a good hose. I swear by the rubber Sears Craftsman hoses. I have been using the same four hoses for the last 35 years. Not the same brand of hose but the very same hoses. I have 3 outdoor faucets and I bought one for each plus a shorter one for close work. They have lasted all these years and in zone 5 with temps below -20-30 and I never store them inside. They are not light weight but are totally light enough for me to still handle at 72 years old. They are not cheap but as a one time purchase in 35 years totally worth every penny. Love your show.
Hi from sunny Southern California🙋🏼♀️ I have been watching your gardening program for some while. I enjoy all your hints and tips. My tip for drinking more water while I’m outside gardening is to use a beautiful cup that I enjoy drinking out of. One of mine is a flowery thermos and I have a one with a straw that has flamingos 🦩 Enjoy the rest of your summer and stay hydrated 💦
I really recommend the hoselink hose system. I was dealing with tangled hoses for years and finally completely lost my patience with it and ordered it. It doesn’t kink, it automatically reels back in, and now they even have a black case that would blend in with your fence. I don’t even care about the quick connect features, but they have that too.
Penney I have a hoselink and it was a total game changer for me. I actually look forward to watering with it.
I almost always water in the morning. However, one tip I would suggest would be that if you are transplanting plant in the evening( it’s best to transplant in either the morning, evening, or on a heavy overcast day) and wandering if you should wait till the morning to water, don’t. Transplants need water right away! After that, however, you can revert back to morning watering.
Thanks for the tip on using the lawn sprinkling system. I will begin using the smaller sprinkler because I have spots that are missed by the system. Plumber tape really works. Good video. Thanks.
YES ON THE LIVE! The midwestern aquifer is drying up, the plains, your area, etc., so it is good you water every other day.
YES to live chats! YES to plumber's tape.
I finally got rid of my long (100'), heavy hose this spring even tho there was nothing wrong with it and bought a metal flex one from QVC (!!) and it's the best thing I did. I got a 75'. It may be sold out. I kept tripping over it and it always got caught around heavy planters.
I am a container gardener who rents with one spigot. The 75 footer reaches my patio and 3 walkways easily. It does not kink and it's lightweight. So far so good. Good advice about how long of a hose you really need.
I donated my old hose to a local church that was in need.
That was a wonderful thing to do. I’m sure it was appreciated. God bless your heart. 💜
@@pamelacallaway3922 Thank you - they did appreciate it, and it didn't go into a landfill. I gave them sprayers as well. Thank you for your kind words.
Did poor Stewart add the mosquitos... that’s hilarious 😂
Yes!
I noticed that too! So cute!
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Always look forward your videos Linda, they make my day!!!
Absolutely YES to live chats!!
I really like the Zero G hose I got from Lowe’s this year- so far so good🤞🤞
I love my mine too!
Quick connects we’re one of my best purchases this summer. Have four sets! So easy to use!
Definitely a live chat format! Awesome!
Linda. 100% yes on the Live Stream. That would be great!
I need a splitter too. Great idea!
Watching again from Adelaide in Australia.Love it. Looking forward to Spring and Summer here😀
Great tips - especially just buying the length hose you need. Guilty! 😂 Watering here in the pnw has certainly been a challenge this year. I’m a fairly new gardener in a new climate renovating an old yard. I thought I had watering figured out, then we got a heat wave for the history books. The challenges keep it interesting!
Yup. Watering in extreme heat is a whole new ball game
Totally agree about slide water wands. I found a hose on QVC that is lightweight and absolutely kink-free. Stainless steel. Small so not the best for watering out over our acre but perfect for containers and beds close to house.
A couple of random thoughts....
I like the thumb-control nozzle, learned about them here. One great advantage is that the amount of flow can be adjusted by how far back you turn the control. I often will open the spigot all the way or close to it, but then dial back on the nozzle. But if I need to give something a good blast (like a hard surface), I don't have to go back and adjust the spigot, I can just open up the nozzle all the way.
I have probably half a dozen short hoses, 10-15' long. I can combine them to create almost any length I need. And will work even better now that I know about plumber's tape! Currently, I have 25' hose at front and back spigot, and then use one or two lengths of smaller hose attached to them if I need to reach an area further away. For many tasks, the 25' hose is sufficient.
Yes please! Would love live chat with Linda.
The holy grail hose for me is the Bionic steel hose. Super light weight, does not get filthy, never ever ever kinks, and is a breeze to put away - even if its a super long hose
I love my steal hose!
I love my Hoselink setup. 😍
I highly recommend the Zero-G hoses I got from Lowe’s a couple years ago. They are not inexpensive but are light weight, very flexible and very durable.
Thank you and Robin Martin for your recommendation. I've been very curious about stainless steel hoses. So far this summer, in NE Ohio we've generally had fairly regular rainfall, so haven't had to use a hose or sprinklers much. So I may put off buying a hose this year, but will definitely consider an s/s hose based on your recommendations!
I have one of these for my front watering. It is a 25 ft I think. I love it. I had gotten the 75 ft for my back and hated it. I can’t really describe the issue but it was like it had a blockage in it. Water seeped through it. I think that one was just a dud, because I love the other one. And it is less obtrusive to the view in front of the house.
Wonderful tips. Great video Linda. Thanks so much.
Game changer for me was installing Hoselinks 80ft retractable hoses! No heavy bulky hoses to wrestle with anymore. My house/garden is in the middle of woods. Mostly shade & water in evenings after working all day. Wish I had irrigation
That hydration tip is the most important!! I ran into trouble after a bike ride once and ended up in the ER getting pumped full of liquid and electrolytes. Lesson learned. It's a case of an ounce of prevention etc.
Love the live chat idea!
Yes please, I would love to have. Alive chat and discuss various gardening topics.
Thanks Linda, great tips , love the quick contact adapters .
Thank you for these wonderful tips! I'm a little behind on your videos but I really enjoy your content! I'm in Oklahoma City too so you are a Godsend for my newly found love of gardening! Now, if you could give me some tips for getting rid of these mosquitoes I'd be set! Mosquito Militia just isn't working for us. 😬
LOVE the list you provided. I hate hoses.
Here in NH we have had a very wet summer. Has been raining every day if only for 10 minutes twice a day. But for those dry summers a hose link is a must....
I really like my Rachio irrigation system controller. It’s pretty intelligent. I’ve had it a few years and I can only think of 1 time it shouldn’t have watered but did.
Very informative and I agree about splitters being so helpful. I hate leaky connections and will try plumber's tape. Lastly, great reminder to hydrate! I sometimes wait too long and then get so depleted. Love your videos ❣️
Great tips. I would also add using a long handle. I find it easier to water the ground so the foliage is not getting too much water. It’s also much easier to water hanging pots.
If you have Aldi's or Lidl in your area, sometimes in the Spring they will have metal quick connects at fantastic prices!
Great tip!
Hey Linda! Great video and tips as always 😊 I understand Hoselink is a good brand and meets a lot of the home gardener needs as well as those in the commercial gardening industry. And yes, would love to see the live chat. How cool would that be!! Finally, I'm in Utah and we're in a critical drought. It's been tough on all of our edible and ornamental gardens 🤦♀️😔
I did not know about watering in the evening. Thanks!
Zero G hoses are lightweight and kinks less than regular hoses, they hold up well mine are several years old and are used year round in my north Florida garden.
I normally try to water in the morning. I did go into the garden shed and set out my round sprinkler in specific areas. I am going to get me some quick connects. I also use Soil Moist.
That is good information. I always have watered in the evening.
Waterings 💧products RR useful to care the garden 🍀🌳🌳🌸❤️use light hands 😇 is important tips!! Thanxx 🎉❤️
So right about wrestling with hoses & splitter is very helpful. Also tape. Designated hoses to their area. In this heat I do the soak every other day. I think the plants appreciate it too. Is that a big moon on your shirt? Great visit. Thank you dear. We love you.
Thanks. Love the advice on the plumber’s tape.
All great ideas Linda, I have the thumb control water sprayer and love it, just got it this year. All your plants look so pretty and green.
I'm enjoying my new Zero G hose.
Yes to live but give a good heads up so I we don't miss! Thank you!
Great tips Linda❤️❤️❤️
Great tips Linda ! Love your sun glasses..
Live Q&A sounds good. Morning if possible. I have a splinter for 4.
I love this intro!! 🤣 so funny and appropriate for the season. The mosquitoes have been out of control. I’m so ready for cooler temperatures!
I love your tips !! Thank you 🌳🌳🌳
great tips Linda. thank you for sharingl
Yes yes on a live chat!
Yesssss to live chats I would love that!
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Goodmorning Linda love your smile have a great day:)
Splitter:brilliant
Sure live chat- great format - or just a q & a filmed live - based on previous and live questions
Live chat, yes….good morning 👋
Hi Linda, Love your videos. Iam going to make some changes to my watering methods.
Thanks for your advice.
Excellent advice. Thanks!
A live chat would be fun!
I love your haircut! I too never drink enough water.
thumbs up on the LIVE Chats!! Yes!
Live Chats please yayyyyy💐 I have a Gilmore hose I find if I unwind it and let the sun warm it before I turn the water on it helps not kink as much. THEY CLAIMED IT IS KINKLESS ..you are right they are not out there😒 and it had an expandable one that burst in the middle so I am going to invest in some decorative hose guides around my garden Blessings your way💐
Love the new addition to your intro! I water in the morning. Some of my pots need watered twice a day due to the heat here in Texas. Hand watering is so relaxing. I have a great hose that doesn't kink hardly at all. I don't remember the brand but I got it from Lowe's. I will try to find it and let you know.
I love hand watering too cause I find it sooo relaxing!
I water in the evenings but will use the watering can and water under the plant, it saves a lot of water than using a hose, I don’t have a fungal problem thankfully. With the watering can you can utilise the rain water collected in a water barrel too. I’ve brought in more plants that enjoy drier conditions and use pea shingle to keep in the moisture where needed. Watering balls or upcycled bottles that slow drain are good for pots and containers, especially if you are away for a few days
A live chat would be great!!
That sounds like a wonderful thing to have the live chat!!! OMgosh.. I love those sunglasses! So cute!! Great watering video. I learned a lot and am thinking of changing things out as budget allows. love, hugs,prayers.
I’m so glad!
i would love the live chat...hope they are in the evening time.
Yes to live chat!
Lots of great tips that will be very useful, thank you! Those splitters are useful as well for the ends of hoses, not just the spigot. I've done that before using sprinklers and soaker hoses. Could probably use that to go along with your tip of using shorter hoses instead of wrangling long ones. A non-kinking = a unicorn!! 🤣
YES LIVE CHATS!!!!!!
Very good points thank you.
Very helpful! Thank you so much!!
A live Q&A would be awesome! I also think a pre-recorded Q&A would be equally awesome! If you have everyone submit questions a week or two in advance on a particular video you could use those. I would imagine many people will have some of the same questions, so you could avoid multiples that way.
I think either would be equally great!