As a result of this horrid drought, we began to water, and water, and water our plants and lawn. I have one of those handy wand nozzles with a million different settings, but I love the gentle shower and misting settings most. Now, my plants and grass did perk up and mostly bounced back in the beginning. As the long hot days continued on, my plants became slowly sadder and sadder looking by the day. I will note that two varieties in my garden were seemingly unaffected and to my surprise looked great. That would be my cross-hybrid Verbena and my Blue Daze. Both of these plants come back year after year no matter the conditions and amaze me each time. So, side note, get you some of those for your garden. 

Now, back to the topic of drought. My mother-in-law suggested that we water in the evenings to give the plants time to soak up the water and utilize it before the blistering heat of the day and sun had time to dry it up.  For a time, this seemed to help. At the same time, I noticed my plants getting sunburned and droopy, my grass literally started to crunch when you walked on it.  I don’t typically water my grass, but my neighbors do. I started to feel like our yard was a disgrace on the street. So, I began watering the grass every other day with my Orbit traveling sprinkler. It’s so cute, reminds me of a little tractor and super customizable.  So, here we are, watering in the evening, watering the grass every other day.