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Jenny McFarlane

'Deep watering' is the expert-approved method that will help your plants cope and flourish during the July heatwave

Watering roses with watering can.

When the temperatures rise, it's tempting to reach for the watering can every evening, and if your garden is looking a little thirsty during these heatwaves, you might assume the answer is to water it every day.

But according to gardening experts, that's one of the biggest watering mistakes you can make, as it could be making your plants less resilient. Instead, they recommend deep watering, which is a simple technique that encourages stronger roots, healthier growth and helps plants cope better with long spells of dry weather.

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