Summer Heat in Northern Nevada 2016

Here we go again, Northern Nevada weather has been hot and dry and it’s been a challenge to keep plants cool and hydrated.  We are looking at more temps close to 100 degrees. Here are some things to help keep them as comfortable as possible. 

First, make sure your irrigation system is working properly, this means walking the garden while the system is on. Plants will show you if they need more water. Leaves on trees and shrubs will curl up or down, you will also see brown edges on the leaves.  The top of perennials will droop letting you know they need more water. 

Hand watering in between scheduled watering is necessary in this weather. They don’t need a lot, just enough to keep them from wilting.

Adding nutrients like worm casting, organic fertilizer or Super Thrive are safe ways to feed them needed nutrients without putting on more stress.