I need to have my vegetable garden watered while on vacation for about 5 days. I have looked on the internet and found people were using plastic bottles or jugs by filling a bottle with water and putting a needle size hole in the cap then sticking them into the ground a few inches down next to the plant. I've tried that, the water ran slow or it ran fast, like in one day the water was gone. I tried putting a needle hole in the bottom of the bottle and the water leaked out faster. I would ask someone to water my plants, but everyone will be gone that weekend. Got any other tips? Am I doing it the wrong way or what? Thank You to all who answers.
If you mulch your veggies with straw or grass clippings and water everything well before you leave, they may not even miss you. Mulch is such a lifesaver for plants especially in this kind of weather. I can't think of an easier way to make sure they are taken care of while you are gone. Also, ask a neighbor to look out for your home and garden while you are gone-surely the whole neighborhood won't be on vacation at the same time. It is a great way to reach out to others and make friends - everyone wants to feel needed.
Joey B has the right idea but purchase a soaker hose instead.
Have a neighbor or friend come by and water them or get a small sprinkler that turns on automatically. They work well.
I would have a trustworthy neighbor come over and water your garden for you while you are away. Overall the safest option. Could set up a soaker hose set up on a timer. Could go to your local D.I.Y. Store (do it yourself) and purchase those items.
