7. Using Water Wisely
7.2 Simple tricks for saving
water in your garden
Water is a finite resource. Our planet
may contain vast quantities of water,
but only a tiny fraction is suitable for
supporting life.
• Keep the soil covered with old plants, fallen
leaves, sawdust, straw or rice husks. This
keeps the soil cooler and prevents evaporation.
• You should water plants in the evening
or early in the morning, which is when they
are able to absorb the most water. The best
times to water plants is between 6 and 8 am
or after 5 pm.
• Water plants using the water from rinsing
rice and vegetables, vegetable cooking water
(allow to cool first) or water used to rinse
clothes. Not only is the water reused, it also
contains nutrients that will help you to grow
strong, healthy plants.
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