Soil moisture meters for raised beds: analog or smart

Soil moisture meters for raised beds: analog or smart

A soil moisture meter for raised bed gardening can help you decide when to water, but one reading won’t describe every part of the bed. Insert the probe at the depth of the plant roots, then read the display; an analog meter shows a dial, while digital meters often...
Automated Garden Hose Watering Timer: How to Choose and Use One

Automated Garden Hose Watering Timer: How to Choose and Use One

What if the best automated garden hose watering timer is the one with fewer features, but a better fit for your garden? It’s easy to see the appeal: fewer early-morning trips to the faucet and a more regular watering routine. But a fixed schedule can miss what your...