Gardening Strategies in a Heat Wave 🥵🔥🌵

Gardening Strategies in a Heat Wave 🥵🔥🌵 - In this video I talk about gardening in a heat wave.
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[@JimPutnam]

I said several times that morning watering is best, but certainly sometimes plants need water when they need water. I'll water anytime of the day, if a plant is struggling.

[@ramgiberson6825]

Great liason and the important one. I learn a lot. Thank you, hi Stephany 👋

[@chriscoogan2736]

Spraying the pavement as a strategy. Temp at plant level cooler than head level. Never heard this before. Always learn something valuable here. TY.

[@verawallace9055]

A Gardener on the Radio said that years ago, and although he's no longer with us ,I remember him saying the same thing like it was yesterday

[@jennifersauer3257]

Another condition that comes with intense heat is intense wind out here on the high desert prairie - watering in the evening is often necessary after 105 degrees highs with 30-plus mph wind will dry out even well mulched or under planted plants.

[@enolastenson9792]

I have planted 3 compact cryptomeria this spring. Planted where they get a bit of morning sun. I was steady with keeping them a bit moist. Then I slowed down, missed a few days. Now I'm seeing some die back in one of the three. Some brown tips and lower limbs. Any suggestions

[@marygriggs2138]

Jim you are absolutely one of the most knowledgeable people in horticulture. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I am a seasoned gardener along with my friends and we all agree. You are the BEST!

[@khayescobar1819]

Agree💯 percent he’s the best 👍👍👍

[@tammyhollifield9312]

We needed this advice today, it's going to be over 100 here in the Sandhills. Thanks for the reminder to move the hanging baskets!

[@user-vq2kp8kj3f]

It is a great pleasure for plants to water beautiful gardens properlyI can feel the fresh air in the morningIt is night in Korea, but it is a happy night because of the beautiful flowers and plantsThank you.

[@amm7862]

Jim, your channel brings so much value to Southern gardeners and their gardens. I have been able to add plants that are better suited for our climate thanks to you. So, I wanted to thank you! I look forward to your videos and learning more. Also, this video was a great motivation to plant a Dogwood. Can’t believe it’s only two years old!

[@ljenkins7317]

THANK YOU so much for posting this video! I'm in northwest Texas and we've had 2 days of 105+ and are facing 2 more weeks of 96+, with strong winds and dust. Some of my things look OK, but others are just gone! Thanks for the permission to do a light prune on some things. I'm just hoping to keep things alive as long as I can!

[@scallywags12]

I no longer have hanging baskets because of the watering they need. I do plant thick with lots of perennials and small shrubs. Thanks for the tips. I live in Pacific Northwest BC, .Canada.

[@deannahaworth7666]

Since I work with native plants one plant in particular I've noticed is fantastic around the bottom of trees is wild ginger it shades the roots and low growing and really attractive , the visitors at the botanical gardens always compliment the wild ginger around the button bush tree

[@JimPutnam]

Very much so! Lots of natives fit those types of spaces.

[@lauratruthseekingWarrior]

I have heard of wild ginger, but have no idea how to get some. Is it invasive? I don’t want invasive plants. I have one tree that is acting invasive and it’s bothering me. I live the tree, it’s supposed to bloom, but because it’s still pretty young even though it’s about 8-10 ft tall, but not real wide, maybe it will bloom winning a year or so. If it doesn’t we will be getting rid of it. We’ve already had it for 4 years or so and it’s growing fast, it puts out seedling everywhere! I think it’s called a Pawlonia tree, but I could very well be wrong. I can’t remember the name of it. We bought 5 seedlings that were 3’ tall and skinny, 4 out of the 5 died. Maybe that was a blessing? If the ginger is not invasive I would live to try some here in North Carolina, near Raleigh, but in the rural area.

[@lauratruthseekingWarrior]

@@JimPutnam we live in Garner, near Raleigh in the rural area of Johnston County. It’s HOT 🥵 right now! I love your channel Jim! We have almost 3/4 of an acre and I love designing landscapes. I have no idea what to plant under our beautiful straight nice size red oak tree in the front, right now we have a nice thick layer of bark mulch. We get it about every 3-4 years or so as needed. We water every other morning for shady plants and full sun every morning we water. Right, I know what plants struggle, especially ones that were planted with a year or two.

[@deannahaworth7666]

@@lauratruthseekingWarrior it is not invasive for me here in southern Missouri , it makes a dark green mound around the bottom of a tree , around the button bush tree it makes a nice half circle around the bottom , it has a "flower" in the spring under the foliage and is insignificant to appearance but interesting thing about the flower it attracts ground crawling bugs to these flowers to pollinate , it's beautiful leaves are heart shaped . The native bed I take care of at the local botanical gardens is largely waterwise and relies only on what rain we get and right now rain is sparse and heat is extreme 90-100

[@tylerk.7947]

Some of my favorite native ground covers are green and golds and uva ursi

[@_VICK_]

I’m located in the gulf coast in zone 9a. Most of my plants are cooking in this heat. I’ve been watering twice daily for some. I’m so bummed 🫤 . I wasn’t planning on triple digit heat this soon in the summer. 😞 I will say…my plumbago and my bougainvillea are laughing at this heat saying “is that all you got”

[@KODoch48]

I laughed at your comment, as I was just thinking how my exact same plumbagos and bougainvillea were the happiest campers in my garden right now! I’m in the FL panhandle (zone 8b) and bought a bougainvillea this year to throw in my brick mailbox planter to see of it could really take the punishment of its famed “love of neglect” on heat and water in its barren, direct south location! Of course it lost all it bracs/flowers immediately (mind you, it’s just in its’ pot!) but its leaves have remained sturdy and stayed put, so I had hopes … Along comes 104 heat index, and NOW it’s decided it’s “acclimated” and has popped out some new flowers! SMH! Haha! Appreciated your right-on sense of humor on this one!

[@tomstepp6945]

I can't tell you how much your channel has helped me. I am in northern Cumberland county 8a/7b and I absolutely love your channel. Thank you.

[@Sunny14136]

Thanks, Jim, for all of these tips! Your dogwood tree is also Gorgeous!

[@jewelzhang3745]

Jim, You are the best gardener that’s out there, with heart and soul for the plants and environment and extremely patient with all the gardening questions new or old. I have grown so much more confident on planting and loving it so much!

[@dia9491]

Thank you so much, Jim. I was worried about today. We are also in 7b and this heatwave is worrying me because most of my flower garden is newly planted. We had a few things from last year but we completely re landscaped the front of our house this year. I was worried everything would have a hard time today heat index is supposed to be 108. I’m glad I got up early to water after seeing your video. Be safe in the heat, brother. Thank you again for your advise.

[@bethheerten1132]

Good luck with your newly planted landscape. I planted 3 new hydrangeas early spring. They are struggling much more in the heat than my older ones.

[@mollypitcher9380]

WOW!!! Spray the patio stones!!! Shade cloths!!! Hydrangeas “don’t panic” (whew!) Thanks!

[@jenniferhooks2454]

Thanks so much for all this good information about dealing with heat in the garden. I am down here in Wilmington, and the heat and humidity are even more oppressive than they were 50-60 years ago when I was growing up on the farm. Everyone needs to study their garden, so they can care for the plants well.

[@christopherhills1609]

Here in probably the mildest part of England, we are experiencing a “heatwave” too……have to qualify that; 17 degrees C progressing through to the low 20’s this week. So, your heatwaves, your average summer temperatures are another dimension in comparison. However, this video is full of excellent advice and thought provoking ideas that are relevant to the cooler conditions here. Another thoroughly enjoyable and informative video. Thanks.

[@paulhughes5446]

Learned a lot from this. I now know I over watered my Hydrangeas in the past, cuz as soon as they started to wilt a bit in the late afternoon sun, I would drag out the hose and water the heck out them to get them to perk back up. Thanks for the education

[@claudiarosser8339]

Hello neighbor! Sanford here. Have a beautiful yard and dog. Keep watering.

[@brysonlever1344]

Went without rain for two weeks until this past Saturday down here in Columbia. Will apply this to my yard given all my new plantings. Your channel is a huge help to this first time homeowner. Thanks Jim!

[@newyorkny8236]

The Garden view at :19 was 🔥🔥🔥. I don’t recall ever seeing that view. The layers, lighting…🔥🔥🔥.

[@sashastarshanti3599]

Such helpful advice, thank you so much. I'm on the NC coast, zone 8a, and today's the first day we'll see high nineties, tomorrow heat index of 103 here. I've been watering in the evening, but I'll switch to the early morning before the sun rises on my East facing gardens. Much appreciated! Please give Holly a pat and kiss from all of us who think she's your most beautiful flower.

[@ramgiberson6825]

I am so glad that you teachings about one of the most important things to have a healthy gardens. Thank you. Jim putnam. I learn more about watering, today. Have a fun summer ☀️

[@squidsquiddly5970]

I love how Holly finds her way into all of your shots. She is so at peace with you. :)

[@LA-mn7jr]

You're very good at explaining things. Thank you for sharing your expertise. This was very helpful!

[@kaysauls9087]

Thanks so much for this video. I’m tracking right along with your weather here in NE Georgia. Just today I took my hanging baskets down and put them in the shade. Thanks for the confirmation I did the right thing!

[@lizpoole82]

TX Gulf Coast- We haven't had rain in weeks and temps in the upper 90s with feels-likes in the low 100s. This video had great tips. 👍 Thanks for consistently bringing great content!

[@SnappyR]

Thanks for the point on ground covers and how they don't steel water or nutrients - I've made peace with my invasive ground covers that I inherited when I bought this house - they actually make the beds look nice and lush.

[@greenthumbelina7331]

Jim, you give the best advice on how to manage plants during a heat wave, and especially good information on hanging plants during excessive heat. The wind dries hanging baskets out rather quickly too, so I don't plant as many anymore. The ones I do have, I water from the bottom by sitting them in a pond liner filled with water for about 20 minutes, or until the root balls get hydrated. I hope you and Steph stay cool (also, Holly and Griffin) and have a fun week! ~Margie😊

[@therichgelsfam]

I live in Austin Texas and boy did this video come at the right time!

[@ritalamers1876]

Perfect lesson at the perfect time. Thanks, Jim!

[@peggydove8756]

Great ideas! I'll take my baskets down on Wed. to help them out. I need to make 2 of my beds larger to help protect my trees we just put in!

[@ladyela9283]

I’m in 8A and they’ve predicted heat index values of 108-114…..it’s not even 08:30 and it feels like 91, already. Thank you for making and posting this informative video🙌🏼❤️

[@kaystinebrink1220]

This was one of the best programs I've seen in a long time. Thanks so much.

[@cpaslick1]

Thanks for this information. I'm pretty sure I killed several new perennials during last summer's drought/heat here in northern IL by over-watering them. Until I started watching your videos, I did not realize how important it was to monitor the soil, rather than just react to wilting by watering!

[@xandria-themelanatedphoeni2476]

Right on time!!! Thank you so much Jim! You’re a great teacher and a bottomless resource!!!

[@dawndawn6946]

Timely, Jim! Thanks! We’re having a heatwave this week in SC too.

[@daracobb530]

Great timing for the heat video! Thank you!

[@GardeningSpirit]

great advise as always Jim! all your textures and the colors all look incredible together.

[@Kat-go9mt]

Jim, thank you for yet, teaching, and explaining so well, the most important things!

[@janaalexander5466]

Thank you for this! I'm in Charlotte so I have been needing this info today! I appreciate you!

[@JimPutnam]

It is serious business the next few days! Thanks for watching!

[@troywiggins4318]

Fantastic video Jim! Thanks for this information and the explanations of why and how plants are reacting to these stresses.

[@marlenabarnes7280]

very good! reminders are definitely appreciated. thank you, Jim.

[@bettypaciocco3165]

Your yard is absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing

[@robinschuster4305]

It was brutal today High Rock Lake NC. 97... more tomorrow Found my green shade cloth. Thanks for tips and reminders Jim!!

[@TheAvidGardenerNM]

This was so helpful right now. Thank you!

[@hobbitlady7568]

Oh my gosh, that serviceberry bed is so beautiful and ingenious! Definitely using this tip.

[@carlaradke4066]

Very hot this week in 6a Kansas City area. After having extended rain it is going to be hot and dry now. Thanks for the information. I need to get some mulch down.

[@doccecil2636]

This was actually goin* to be my Sunday Q&A question! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@jeniwren56]

Great information! You’ve answered so many questions I’ve had during this ridiculous heat wave we’re having her in Texas zone 8! Thank you!

[@TB-cy1wt]

Thanks, Jim, for all the tips! I especially found the watering advice so helpful. I have a lot of patio and stone. I just went out and hosed it all down. Thanks again!

[@alanapavuk5401]

What a great idea for a video. Incredibly helpful!

[@annebroyles]

Love all of these tips! Thank you

[@graylagran7443]

whew! thanks for today's video - i follow along because i live in Garner, so all this information is extremely relevant. i really love sedums as a ground cover.

[@lindadeclue.2215]

Very helpful video. Thank you Jim for sharing. Have a great day stay cool.

[@gwennaschiffner361]

Thanks for such a great learning channel!! For a Kansas 6b landscape, I’m a bit envious of some of the plants you can grow in NC. Now I also have a book addiction for Southern garden writers!😊 great summer reading!

[@janecooper1082]

Wow! Just in time for our Oklahoma heat wave New to gardening and your channel has been the inspiration to keep on gardening and expand a little each year,

[@jcking6785]

Really timely video, Jim. Thanks for bringing this all important information to our attention. 💚 Our plants are grateful!

[@AngelaM745]

Collect rainwater when you can, that's always good for watering, having a buffer to water plants especially if one gives bans for irrigation of tapwater in place.

[@pennyk1943]

I have learned so much from you Jim. I live in Raleigh and always refer to your videos. Thank you for all your work and wanting to share your knowledge. I enjoy such videos but most of them are not in my zone and maybe not same country. 👍❤️💐🥳

[@Helen-mh8mq]

Great idea about moving your potted plants!!

[@dianeosgood6594]

Lots of great info in dealing with intense heat periods. Thank you!

[@rachelsgarden]

Thank you for this video! It helps a lot. I’ve been doing a garden walk daily and been surprised at the resilience of many plants. A few of my newly planted shrubs had burnt leaves a few weeks ago when it was getting hot (& raining little), but I cut them back & now all the new growth is happy when it’s way hotter. It’s a great feeling to see plants do well in the heat..

[@ytubechannel997]

Great information to keep our plants resilient.

[@twilde3754]

Such great information, Jim! Thanks so much. My computer reads 98 in Denver and it is hot, hot and dry, dry. Down to the high 80s in a few days -- relief!

[@pattyjoiner1321]

Thank you so much for this video. It was extremely helpful. You covered so many areas that I struggle with. I’ve only been gardening for about 3 years now and I live in an area where it gets extremely hot in the summer and it’s a dry heat. I will be trying some of the things I learned today. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@alw5101]

Thanks for this information it was amazing and a great HELP! Especially about taking your hanging baskets down during a heat wave... Great Advice 🤙✨🤍

[@Rougebasque]

Thank you for the advise. I will definitively learn what my plants need when I come back from a week's holiday without watering and being 100 degrees.

[@kelj7711]

Very timely advice! Thank you so much!! ☀️

[@234drexel]

Thank you for this video. I learned so much I had never thought of before.

[@barbclickner8329]

Great video!! Perfect timing! Thank you!

[@leighmeyer5982]

Excellent, timely information. Thank you, Jim. I'm in Tennessee zone 7 and doing more types of gardening all at once than I have in the past... containers, veggies, herbs, ornamental, new tree... It can feel like I've overextended my talents, and you are great source for education and encouragement! I love what you said about weather events being learning opportunities. Just had a strong wind storm yesterday that nearly snapped off my Husky cherry tomato main stem. Giving splinting/taping a shot (and doing a better job of supporting even bush type container tomatoes) to see if I can save it. This has been a hot week for sure 🔥🥵🚿

[@karenschrantz2307]

In a major heat wave for this time of year! Much needed info! I need more videos on how to plant in layers. Thanks!

[@karenschrantz2307]

Need ground covers or low plants that do not take over for full sun?

[@GinaCriv]

Very good educational video, Jim. Thanks for all the valuable info.

[@SteveL2012]

Jim, thank you for this timely overview. We are getting the same temps in North Georgia, and there are many new things in our garden. This long term strategy helps me think about how I manage my planting over time. Very valuable.

[@kso808]

Such an interesting instructional video! Love the concept about plants communicating with one another, and when their roots are covered, etc. Makes horticulture learning fun!

[@candicewilmore]

Just found your channel. Very informative. Thanks from Michigan.

[@loriswain8140]

Great idea for new trees in the yard. We just planted two. Gotta go look for more plants! Thank you Jim

[@carolynmfisher7778]

Very timely. Thank you. In zone 8 Texas, We have been having 100 To 102 temp. daily. So hard ton keep everything watered.

[@jenniferpetritz5901]

Great information Jim! I never considered the evaporative cooling effect for container plantings, that’s solid advice

[@junetriggs3829]

Thanks Jim great information because it's extremely hot in zone 7b! Have a great day and be careful in this heat😊

[@robinrummel1359]

Excellent suggestions and very timely! Thank you! 👍😊

[@linhmoberly4493]

I enjoy every single video . I learned so much as a beginner gardener. Thanks.

[@fishman1955]

This is my favorite gardening channel. Great information that is not covered on other channels.

[@finestflower.]

Thank you for soo many great tips, especially shading roots of trees. Off to expand garden beds!!

[@creative227]

Excellent info! thanks Jim!

[@hobbitlady7568]

Hard to listen when Holly is there looking so gorgeous and cool! 😎

[@annettehinchcliffemd2032]

Thanks so much for this wonderful information! We’ve gone from having spring temps, to temps in the mid to high 90’s daily for the next 2 weeks, so your recommendations for using row covers and shade cloth is fantastic! I’ll also be adding Soil Moist granules to the areas where we’re planting annuals that tend to droop with the heat, to help with water retention.

[@RevAcres01]

Perfect timing MN has there first 97 degree day tomorrow great tips o follow. Thanks Jim!

[@lindadavis4352]

You've created lovely gardens that are thriving in their environment. I've been gardening for a few years now and I've always found that layering is the key to success. Thank you for the advice about the hanging baskets! I planted one of my favorite rose bushes next to the driveway (cement!), facing East, full sun all day and although layering was planted with this rose bush, the layering above is new and spindly, and the groundcover has yet to be planted. I will be moving my favorite to a new location first thing tomorrow morning.

[@karson3785]

I learn so much from you!! so thankful!!!

[@jeanniecollier6763]

Jim, this was wonderful!!!!

[@ceciliamartinez6694]

I'm also gardening in zone 7b, I found your video very relevant and helpful! Great practical information , thanks!

[@debweissler7808]

Just discovered your channel as a 96 deg day is about to hit. I’m in zone 7a in coastal VA. We are having a rainfall deficit so I’m having to water even before July arrives. Thanks for the tips!

[@manycats9943]

Great video--I always learn something new when I watch them. You are a treasure trove of plant knowledge and we appreciate that you are willing to share what you know and educate us, new and experienced gardeners alike! This one was especially informative and timely.

[@FLlife]

Good one Jim. Garden is looking really flush ☀️

[@katn7538]

Great video! Thank you! Definitely a great learning opportunity.

[@Nature-Is-My-Home]

Wow…that was a ton of great info I was not aware of. Thank you as always!!

[@misterjaayy6156]

A ton of great info on here Jim. Thank you.

[@isabelwagner3258]

So glad for the video, i used a monitor to check soil moisture and amazed where I used lots of leaf mulch soil still good, have no idea how you keep all of your beautiful containers happy, motto now made in the shade

[@teresaortiz9902]

Great video! I live in San Antonio, TX in zone 8b. The past week has been between 100 to 104 degrees and this week looks to be the same. Many of my full sun and some of my shade plants are wilting daily. I’ve been watering once, sometimes twice a day. I don’t know if I’m watering too little or too much. I have a beach umbrella that I’ve been moving around my flower beds as the sun moves to shade some of my plants. I only have one umbrella and many of my plants need that protection from the sun so I really I liked the idea of using shade cloth. Thanks for the advice!

[@chelseajones4141]

Awesome tips as always, Jim! 👍🌿