With the recent weather changes being hotter and drier than usual, many plants have ripened early, like pumpkins. I've noticed that my neighbor's Azaleas are thriving in this heat, and I'm considering planting some of those next year. I'm also planning to plant squash, pumpkins, and courgettes later in the season to extend their growing time. Although I usually don't grow tomatoes, with how quickly they're thriving this year, it would be foolish not to try. On the flip side, my roses and fuchsias have really suffered due to the heat, requiring constant watering which I find hard to manage. I'm keen on researching drought-tolerant plants for my garden.
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I've increased my rainwater storage from 200 liters to 700 liters! This year was all about adapting. I've focused on planting vegetables that require less water, and I'm rethinking my whole garden strategy to handle the changes in weather better.
I'm definitely investing in a drip irrigation system for my pots. Watering them by hand has been exhausting, and I'm over it! This year was rough for my tomatoes too, they got blossom rot right away!
I’ve started mulching and changed my front garden to drought-tolerant plants. I’m also looking to avoid the annuals; they didn’t thrive this year and were too expensive to keep replacing. I just want plants that can hold up against the crazy weather!
Absolutely! It’s all about finding the right balance with what works for the conditions.
Yeah, that sounds frustrating! Getting a drip system will save you a lot of time and hassle.