Best Water Practice for Large Container Gardens

• Water deeply and infrequently. This means watering until the water runs out of the drainage holes. Watering deeply helps to encourage the roots to grow deep, which will help the plants to be more drought-tolerant.
• Water in the morning. This will help to prevent the water from evaporating during the hot afternoon sun.
• Water the soil, not the leaves. Wetting the leaves can promote the growth of mold and mildew.
• Mulch around the plants. Mulch helps to retain moisture in the soil and suppress weeds.
• Inspect your plants regularly. This will help you to identify any watering problems early on.