9 Common Watering Mistakes To Avoid

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Not Collecting Rainwater

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Watering at the Wrong Time of Day

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Using Containers Without Drainage Holes

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Not Watering at the Base of the Plants

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Forgetting to Mulch Around Your Plants

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Watering at the Same Frequency

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Watering too much

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Not Watering Your Plants Enough

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