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The art of watering

Like every living thing plants need water.
However they do not all have the same requirements, and even these vary depending on the season and the weather. Remember that over watering will asphyxiate the roots and likewise a lack of water is damaging. Proper watering means paying attention to how much is given...

Why water ?

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Watering a hedge

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drought or heatwave

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