Don't let the heatwave destroy your plants — expert shares 3 top tips to do right now

Don't let the heatwave destroy your plants — expert shares 3 top tips to do right now

With temperatures soaring, we’re not the only ones who are feeling parched — our plants are also bearing the brunt of extreme temperatures. Beyond simply adjusting your seasonal lawn care routine, it is vital to adopt strategies that ensure your plants can withstand the heatwave.Whether you have favorite houseplants, raised beds, or tasty tomato plants, you’ll need to know how to protect them in scorching temperatures. If not, your plants will s…

Garden Experts Say This Is The Best Time Of Day To Water Plants During A Heat Wave

Don’t rush in with the hose.Credit: Getty Images / Anna MardoIt’s hot—scorching hot—and your plants are feeling the heat. They’re wilted by mid-morning practically every day, and you’re hoping you don’t lose your entire cut flower garden before it’s put on its summer show.You know that you need to up the watering during the hottest days of summer, but there’s varying discourse about the best time of day to water during a heat wave. You may have …