August has arrived – a very important period for gardeners. Including for those who grow tomatoes..
Incorrect watering of tomatoes during the final summer month is fraught with the loss of a significant part of the ripening crop..
How to properly water the plant so that all the developing fruits are not only preserved, but become very tasty?
An expert of our magazine, agronomist and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh shared important recommendations.
Frequency of watering
The owner of a summer cottage should understand that ripening tomatoes need a lot of water.
The reason is simple: the garden crop has quite powerful roots that ‘go’ deep into the soil.
But watering tomatoes too often in August is a mistake. Due to excess moisture, the vegetables will become cracked and watery.
In August, 2 waterings per week will be enough. Each plant should receive one watering can of water.
This rule must be followed if tomatoes are grown in a greenhouse.
If the garden crop grows in open ground, then it is necessary to take into account the weather conditions: frequent precipitation is a reason to temporarily abandon the watering procedure.
Morning watering
In August, you should not water tomatoes during the day: due to the high air temperature, moisture can quickly evaporate.
Evening watering is a good option, but it can hardly be called ideal.
August has arrived – a very important period for gardeners.Including for those who grow tomatoes..
Improper watering of tomatoes during the final summer month is fraught with the loss of a significant part of the ripening crop..
How to water a plant correctly so that all the developing fruits are not only preserved, but become very tasty?
Our magazine»s expert, agronomist and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh shared important recommendations.
Watering frequency
The owner of a summer cottage must understand that ripening tomatoes need a considerable amount of water.
The reason is simple: garden crops have quite powerful roots that go deep into the soil.
But watering tomatoes too often in August is a mistake.Excess moisture will cause the vegetables to crack and become watery.
In August, 2 waterings per week will be enough.Each plant should receive one watering can.
This rule must be observed if tomatoes are grown in a greenhouse.
If a garden crop grows in open ground, then it is necessary to take into account weather conditions: frequent precipitation is a reason to temporarily abandon the watering procedure.
Morning watering
In August, you should not water tomatoes during the day: due to high air temperatures, moisture can quickly evaporate.
Evening watering is a good option, but it can hardly be called ideal.
At the end of summer, it is better to water tomatoes in the morning. Warm water will improve the condition of the soil that has «survived» a cold night (and there will be many such nights in August).
Water temperature
By the way, regarding how warm the liquid used for watering should be….
It is desirable that the temperature indicator is +30 (or slightly more) degrees.
Using cold water is fraught with a serious deterioration in the condition of the garden crop.
Watering at the root
The liquid should not get on the plant itself. Only the soil cover directly under the plant should be moistened.
At the end of summer, it is better to water tomatoes in the morning. Warm water will improve the condition of the soil that has «survived» a cold night (and there will be many such nights in August).
Water temperature
By the way, regarding how warm the liquid used for watering should be….
It is desirable that the temperature indicator is +30 (or slightly more) degrees.
Using cold water is fraught with a serious deterioration in the condition of the garden crop.
Watering at the root
The liquid should not get on the plant itself. Only the soil cover directly under the plant should be moistened.
At the end of summer, it is better to water tomatoes in the morning. Warm water will improve the condition of the soil that has «survived» a cold night (and there will be many such nights in August).
Water temperature
By the way, regarding how warm the liquid used for watering should be….
It is desirable that the temperature indicator is +30 (or slightly more) degrees.
Using cold water is fraught with a serious deterioration in the condition of the garden crop.
Watering at the root
The liquid should not get on the plant itself. Only the soil cover directly under the plant should be moistened.
At the end of summer, it is better to water tomatoes in the morning. Warm water will improve the condition of the soil that has «survived» a cold night (and there will be many such nights in August).
Water temperature
By the way, regarding how warm the liquid used for watering should be….
It is desirable that the temperature indicator is +30 (or slightly more) degrees.
Using cold water is fraught with a serious deterioration in the condition of the garden crop.
Watering at the root
The liquid should not get on the plant itself. Only the soil cover directly under the plant should be moistened.
At the end of summer, it is better to water tomatoes in the morning. Warm water will improve the condition of the soil that has «survived» a cold night (and there will be many such nights in August).
Water temperature
By the way, regarding how warm the liquid used for watering should be….
It is desirable that the temperature indicator be +30 (or slightly more) degrees.
Using cold water is fraught with a serious deterioration in the condition of the garden crop.
Watering at the root
The liquid should not get on the plant itself. Only the soil cover directly under the plant should be moistened.
