Gardening - Watering in a wet year. Watering in a wet year. Watering the garden is still a chore we need to be aware of. Becasue plants access their moisture in the top eight inches of soil, a couple of dry, sunny days could put your plants under stress. Look for these areas around your garden to dry out first.
Tree roots soak up moisture very quickly drying out surrounding garden areas.
Gardening under a tree always means staying ahead of the watering, even in a wet year. Desert like conditions may exsist under the protection of the eaves of your house. Add water hungry plants and these areas will need extra water. Full, mid summer sun can dry out the top section of your soil in a day. Add a windy, warm day and plants can wilt, even in a wet summer.