To water or not to water?

[mamaA]

There's been a bit of a dry spell in my area. My garden could really use some water. But I always feel if I water it then it will become dependent on the extra watering. Do you water your garden or let it fend for itself?

 

[rekees]

Depends on how dry it is. Water if the plants stop growing or start to wither.

 

[KennyV]

it will become dependent on the extra watering.

If you want a lot of veggies, give your garden lots of water...
You are not toughening op your plants by making them survive a dry spell, try to never stress your plants... unless they are really misbehaving. KennyV:smile:

 

[grnspot110]

If you do need to water, soak it deep, one good soaking/week will usually do it, depending on soil type! ~~ grnspot1110

 

[Grass ala Mowed]

Agree with grnspot110, frequent shallow watering just encourages weeds and no water will stress out your plants. A deep watering once a week is the way to go.