We’ve all experienced it: blistering temperatures, above our typical summer averages, that have us flocking to the comfort of our homes. But what about the plants in our gardens? Unless they are in a pot and can be brought indoors, plants are stuck outside, bearing the brunt of the heat wave with no escape. Most summers have a period of abnormally high temperatures that can be highly stressful for plants, resulting in wilting, sunburn and even death.
Thankfully, there are methods we can use to moderate the damaging effects of a heat wave. We will go over five ways to help your plants survive the heat, and look at how to determine if you can revive a “fried” plant.
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You can find small fountain kits for $50 or even less. A slighter larger fountain, whether bought as a kit or assembled on your own, more likely will run in the $100-to-$500 range. More elaborate installations, especially ones that involve hiring a pro for electrical, plumbing and construction work, can cost between $1,000 and $10,000. You can pay considerably higher, though, depending on the design and features.
Also, expect an increase in your water bill if you run your fountain full time. Your electric bill also may increase unless you are using solar power. These increases may be modest, but they could be much more if you have a large fountain. It’s often recommended to keep your fountain running, both for aesthetics and to prevent wear on the pump, but you can turn it off at night.