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Powder Springs, GA

I'm new to growing giants and I take it these plants can soak up a ton of water but how often and how much should they be watered?

5/11/2014 11:44:55 PM

formerly RGG

In warm and hot weather you can water heavily and more than once a day as long as your soil drains well.

5/12/2014 6:41:38 AM

Powder Springs, GA

I have clay soil and after watering it stays moist an inch down for like 3 days to a week.

5/12/2014 10:12:26 AM

formerly RGG

You may need to build yourself a raised bed or add some amendments to help your drainage if your clay holds water that much. A bunch of organic matter added to your plot might help a lot in drainage and soil fertility.

5/12/2014 4:21:54 PM

Powder Springs, GA

I'm gonna till in some horse manure this fall.

5/12/2014 4:43:50 PM

sevierville, Tn

yes, you don't want them to dry out, especally in the heat, but soggy isn't good either.

5/13/2014 6:14:04 AM

formerly RGG

That is a good idea. I add horse manure any time I get a chance and my soil has undergone a transformation from clay to excellent soil.

5/13/2014 7:18:14 AM