When to water when under an overhang?

zone5girl Painesville, OH(Zone 5b) Feb 14, 2007

The only safe place to keep my jugs is on my porch. Obviously, nothing is trying to germinate now, but come March/April, some things I planted will. Should I give them a drink then and then wait to water again until seedlings pop up? Or should I just keep the soil moist once its temp (the soil's) reaches about 40F? Thanks, Tamara

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zenpotter Minneapolis, MN(Zone 4b) Feb 14, 2007

If you watered them well when you planted then just keep an eye on them to make sure they don't dry out. You don't want to over water.

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zone5girl Painesville, OH(Zone 5b) Feb 14, 2007

I used moist seed starting mix (that's what I had because I do indoor seeds under lights as well). So, basically, just keep an eye on them? Tamara

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critterologist Frederick, MD(Zone 6b) Feb 14, 2007

If my soil mix is moist, I can generally see a little "puff" of condensation on the inside of the container.... so that's what I go by.... if I don't see any condensation and the container feels light or looks dry, I water a bit.

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zenpotter Minneapolis, MN(Zone 4b) Feb 14, 2007

I should qualify watering when planting.
After adding the soil to the container, I get it thoroughly wet and then let the extra moisture drain out before I plant the seeds.

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