Hot weather can have a negative effect on garden plants.
How to protect your garden during hot weather
The most preferable and effective way to protect garden plants from the heat is mulching and proper watering.
Mulch helps prevent weed growth and keeps the soil moist for longer, so you won't need to water as often.
Plus, mulch keeps the soil below from getting too hot, which is especially important on hot summer days.
Mulch can be any organic or manmade material.
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For example, you can use sawdust, cloth, spruce leaves, bark, hay, grass clippings, etc.
These materials not only protect the soil but also improve soil structure and promote plant growth.
In hot weather, greenhouses can be covered with shade mesh, spunbond, tulle, translucent fabric, or other materials.
This is especially important for sensitive crops that may be affected by direct sunlight.
During a heatwave, your garden will need twice as much water.
Therefore, water your plants early in the morning or late in the evening when temperatures are cooler and evaporation is at a minimum.
This allows water to be absorbed into the soil and reach the plant's roots more easily.
Water the plant thoroughly and do not allow the soil to dry out.
Regular and proper watering will help your plants tolerate the heat and continue to grow and flower.
Drip irrigation can also be used to keep the soil evenly moist and conserve water.
Don't forget to fertilize your plants during hot weather.
Use organic fertilizers that provide the plants with the nutrients they need and strengthen their immunity.
This is especially important for fruit crops, which require a lot of energy to produce fruit.
