how to keep plants moist in your garden
Another method to help retain water for your plants is to water them well, and then bag them in clear plastic. Place stakes in the plants that keep the plastic from touching the plant, and the humidity within the bag will help keep everybody nice and moist. If your plant is too large, bag the area around the pot and the base of the plant and hit the road. These methods have you covered for about a week, but if you're going on an extended holiday, you may want to get help from a friend or neighbor. But before you leave, give them all a good soak to get the party started.