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Watering a new shrub with a hose ina reservoir around the base of the plant.
Boy watering tomatoes in a high tunnel.
Sprinkler watering a lawn.

Watering your garden - Make sure your fruits, vegetables, flowers, trees and shrubs get the right amount of water at the right time.

Watering your lawn - Turf and landscapes have specific watering needs.

Water Wisely: Start in your own backyard - Water-conserving strategies to keep your plants healthy efficiently.

 

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