When To Rely On Natural Rainfall Instead Of Supplemental Irrigation In Vermont
Introduction: Why water decisions matter in Vermont Vermont growers and gardeners face a climate that is neither arid nor tropical, but highly…
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Introduction: Why water decisions matter in Vermont Vermont growers and gardeners face a climate that is neither arid nor tropical, but highly…
Read articleA well planned, low-cost irrigation system can transform a small Vermont property into a productive vegetable garden, flower beds, or a healthy…
Read articleMeasuring soil moisture accurately is one of the highest-impact practices a gardener in Vermont can adopt. The state contains steep elevation changes,…
Read articleVermont’s climate and landscape invite careful irrigation planning. Cool summers, variable rainfall, frequent spring and fall freezes, and a strong tradition of…
Read articleVermont’s climate, with cold winters, variable spring thaw, and periodic summer droughts, requires a thoughtful approach to tree irrigation. Timed deep watering…
Read articleVermont gardeners face a mix of climatic challenges: cold winters, late springs, variable summer rainfall, and soils that range from sandy to…
Read articleSpring in Vermont brings thaw, mud, and the urgent task of bringing irrigation systems back to life. Old systems are particularly vulnerable…
Read articleVermont farms and gardens operate in a landscape of glacial soils, abundant surface water, and a climate that alternates wet summers and…
Read articleVermont has a varied and seasonal climate that strongly influences water availability for agriculture, landscaping, and managed turf. Understanding the timing, type,…
Read articleVermont’s native perennials are celebrated for their resilience, seasonal interest, and benefits to native pollinators. Yet “native” does not mean “no water…
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