How often should I water outdoor hanging plants?
In general, water plants in hanging baskets when the soil surface becomes dry to the touch. On hot, sunny days it may be necessary to water once a day. When watering hanging baskets, be sure to apply water until water begins to flow out the bottom of the container. Watering your hanging baskets water your baskets daily during hot weather. During cooler months, you can reduce watering to every other day. Water in the morning or late afternoon (not midday) to prevent evaporation and allow plants to best absorb moisture. Water until you see it draining from the bottom of the basket.On hot, sunny days it may be necessary to water once a day. When watering hanging baskets, be sure to apply water until water begins to flow out the bottom of the container. This ensures that the entire soil ball has been moistened. Do not let the potting mix dry out completely.