Special upward-pointing Haws watering roseSome plants, such as those in the cabbage family, like
wet leaves. It is all right, and in fact bene9cial, to water
these plants from overhead. Other plants, such as
tomatoes, peas, and members of the squash and melon
families, can su<er from wilt and mildew, and their fruit
may rot when their leaves are wet, especially in foggy or
humid climates. Take care when watering these plants to
water only the soil around them whenever possible. (In
drier climates it probably will not matter.) To avoid
spraying a plant’s leaves, hold the fan just above the soil
and point it sideways. A better method is to use a
watering wand, which will allow you to more easily
direct the water under the plant’s leaves.
Water the beds suRciently each day to keep them
evenly moist. Daily watering washes the dust, grime, and
insects from plant leaves and creates a deliciously moist
atmosphere conducive to good plant growth and thriving
microbial life. (Watering may be more or less frequent