Watering 2

Different vegetables can vary in the amount of water needed right from the seedling stage. For example, leafy vegetables such as cabbages, in which the foliage is eaten, require around 10-12 litres of water per square meter a week during the growing season throughout dry periods. In contrast other vegetables such as peas and beans require very little artificial watering after the seedling stage. Overwatering would result in lower yields as foliage would thrive at the expense of flowers. It is always best to try and water crops in the early morning or in the evening as lower temperatures reduce the risk of evaporation. During watering it is necessary to apply a reasonable quantity so that it penetrates deeply into the soil, allowing the roots to obtain nutrients necessary for growth.