Sustainable Environment
Sustainable Environment
We support alternatives to single use plastics
Consumption & Conservation
Consumption & Conservation
We harvest rainwater from our on-site reservoirs
Reduced Carbon Footprint
Reduced Carbon Footprint
With 80% of bedding plants grown onsite
Composting & Recycling
Composting & Recycling
We recycle over 90% of our on-site waste

Wise Watering!

Wise Watering!

With the recent hot weather and with the rise of interest in gardening, we have been spending more time enjoying our outdoor spaces this year! With unpredictable weather it can often be difficult to know when your plants need watering and when they are fine to leave for another day or two. These are our top tips for watering.

Water at the right time

Watering later in the evening when it is cooler means that the sun won’t be drying your water up! Less evaporation means more water for your plants. You may also want to consider watering early in the morning before the sun’s heat has set in.

Check if the plants need water

Some plants are very thirsty, but many plants will only need to be watered a few times a week, rather than everyday. Check the requirements of the plants in your garden to ensure that you aren’t overwatering them. Plants in pots are likely to dry out faster, so check their soil to see how dry it is.

Recycle your water

Install a water butt (or use a more homemade method such as a trug or bucket) to collect rainwater! You can use this water for your plants, preventing wastage. We do this at Coolings, Rushmore Hill, where we have two reservoirs which harvest rainwater which we reuse. Shop Decco Strata 100lt Slim Water Butt on our website.

Water at the roots

When you water your plants, try to water as close to the roots as possible. Watering from the top could lead to leaf damage and may prevent the water from reaching the bottom of the plant where it needs to go!

Weather dependent

If it’s been recently raining then your plants are likely to have received enough water to keep them healthy! If rain has been sparse then it may be time to give them a drink.

 

Having the right watering tools at your disposal will keep your garden looking lush, make watering more efficient and even save you money. Shop watering on our website or visit us in store today.