When is the best time of day to water plants?

What Crafty Clover says in this video

Intro

Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. When is the best time of day to water plants?

The Big Idea

Watering plants seems simple! But timing matters. When is the best time of day?

Morning Is Best

Step one: Morning Is Best. Early morning is the best time to water. Cool air means less water evaporates, so more soaks into the soil and plants have water for the hot day.

Not at Noon

Step two: Not at Noon. Watering at midday wastes water, because it evaporates quickly in the heat. Much of it disappears before the roots can drink.

Not at Night

Step three: Not at Night. Watering in the evening can leave leaves wet all night, which invites disease. In the morning, leaves dry in the sun, and it's best to aim water at the soil, not the leaves.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! Best time. Evaporates. Wet leaves. Aim here.

Quick Facts

Quick facts! Water at the base of the plant rather than on top of its leaves. Morning saves water. Wet leaves invite fungus. Noon water evaporates.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, think like a scientist! Pick two identical potted plants. Water one in the morning. Water the other in the afternoon. Later, feel the soil of each. Which one stayed damper?

Outro

Early morning is the best time to water, because cool air means less evaporation and leaves dry in the sun. Midday watering wastes water, evening watering leaves leaves wet and invites disease, so aim at the soil. Science is amazing! Keep wondering and keep exploring! Share what you learned with someone at home, and see what they think! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!