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5 simple water-saving steps

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Water efficiently
E. Spencer Toy

Water efficiently

Irrigate deeply and infrequently, then allow the soil to dry out a bit between waterings. Water early in the morning, when the air is calm and temperatures are cool. If you have sloping ground or clay soil, water more often but for less time to minimize runoff.  


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