August Gardening Tips: I’m sure we have all noticed the cracks in the ground getting wider and the grass getting just a little crunchier, as we slowly make it through summer. According to the U.S Drought Monitoring site, about 96% of the state is experiencing at least some sort of drought. Fort Bend, Harris and Brazoria are included. With that being said, the majority of us with a garden or outside plants, are probably having to water them more frequently.

Watering Your Garden:

I know I personally struggle to stay on top of watering my garden. This can sometimes lead to having problems with vegetables. One problem is easily seen in tomatoes. For example, when you have a big and beautiful plant, full of flowers, but no fruit. According to Texas A&M Agrilife, irregular watering can lead to tomato plants that look great but never truly produce tomatoes. Another common issue with tomatoes is when the edges of the leaves turn brown. This is another problem that can be caused by irregular water, whether it is overwatering or under-watering.

Overall, I know it can be a challenge to keep up with watering your garden. Especially when it feels like 1000 degrees outside! Texas A&M Agrilife is a great resource for any gardener or plant enthusiasts. If you would like more information, click here. Otherwise, I hope everyone continues to have a great summer, even if it is hot and dry.

If you have any questions about your garden and need more gardening tips feel free to stop by Arcola Feed and ask one of our many knowledgeable staff. If you’d like to see what we offer, check out some of our lawn and garden products here.

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