What is National Water A Flower Day?

National Water A Flower Day is recognized each year on May 30th, recognizing the season of caring for our garden plants.

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Our flower gardens will be in full bloom this time of year. Keeping them hydrated can sometimes seem to be a full time job. Caring for a living thing is often a therapeutic profession. It's often a therapeutic industry. They're nurtured, the more they flourish.

It's important to know whether your flowers prefer damp soil or to be more on the drier side. Until germination, newly planted seeds will need daily watering until germination. The majority of plants prefer well-drained soil. If they are potted, they may need daily watering. However, if they are planted in the ground or are heat-resistant plants, they may need less frequent watering.

In addition, the holiday gives people the opportunity to care for the gardens of those who are homebound or in the hospital. Taking the time to visit a friend who may need some cheering by giving them some freshly watered flowers.