When Is the Best Time to Water the Vegetable Garden?

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The best time to water your vegetable garden is in the morning, as it will give the plants time to absorb the water before nightfall and will prevent overheating on hot afternoons.

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Jill Harness has written on a variety of subjects for more than 10 years. Her work has appeared in various print and online publications, including "San Diego City Beat," "Mental Floss," Rue The Day! and Neatorama. Harness has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from San Francisco State University.

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