The Smart Gardener’s Guide to Watering in Spring
It’s time to get serious about your garden’s hydration needs. As a gardener in Zone 8a, you’re no stranger to the ups and downs of the weather. One minute it’s...
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Irrigation Insights
The Smart Gardener’s Guide to Watering in Spring
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Avoid Noah’s Ark: How to Keep Your Garden From Turning Into a Flooded Mess
Spring is in full swing, and with it comes the unpredictable weather. One minute, the sun is shining, and the next, we’re caught in an April downpour. While April showers...
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Soil Inoculant: The Secret Sauce Your Garden’s Been Missing
Let's talk about something that's been around longer than your grandma's garden trowel: soil inoculant. The reason soil inoculants haven’t always been reliable is because early versions didn’t always work...
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Zone 8a Veggie Garden: Irrigation Tips for Tomatoes, Peppers and More
If you’re growing a spring garden in Zone 8a, chances are your tomatoes, peppers, and other warm-weather veggies are waking up and getting real thirsty. Last year, we wrote an...
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Rain vs. Sprinklers: How to Adjust Your System in April Showers
We’ve officially entered the season of surprise rain showers and soggy socks here in Georgia. April can be a wild ride: sunny and dry one minute, full-blown monsoon the next....
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The Secret Ingredient Your Garden Can’t Live Without (Literally)
Let’s break it down to the holy trinity of plant survival: water, sunlight, and soil. That’s it. That’s the whole magic. You get those three things right, and everything else...
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April Yard Tasks in Zone 8a: What to Plant, Prune, and Water Now
April in Zone 8a is when your yard wakes up and demands attention like a caffeinated toddler. The soil is warming, the pollen is flying, and your plants are ready...
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April Sprinkler Checklist: Get Your System Ready for the Season
Bottom line: April is prime time to catch issues before they turn into full-blown garden drama. Handle it now and spend the rest of the season admiring your perfectly watered...
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Prepping Your Garden with Soil Inoculants and Smart Watering
Spring is here (well, it’s been here in Georgia for a while), and it’s time to get your garden set up for success! Sprinkler Head, don’t just water and hope...
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Preventing Early Spring Overwatering: Tips on Avoiding Root Rot and Fungal Diseases
It’s the season of renewal, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to flood your garden with water like it’s the middle of summer. Early spring brings cool, damp soil, and...
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Spring Startup: Checking Your Irrigation System After Winter
Spring is finally here, and it’s time to show some love to that irrigation system of yours. After months of sitting idle in the cold, your sprinklers might need a...
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Drip Irrigation vs. Soaker Hoses: Which One Is Best for Spring Gardens?
Spring is here, and it’s time to make some important decisions about how to keep your garden hydrated. With water conservation on everyone’s mind, you’ve probably heard of drip irrigation...
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Spring Fertilization & Irrigation: Finding the Right Balance
It’s that time of year again—time to get your garden in gear and make sure it’s getting the right balance of love. Now, I know it’s tempting to just pour...
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