1️⃣ Fill the bag with water and seal it tightly.
2️⃣ Poke small holes in one side of the bag.
3️⃣ Place the bag hole-side down near the plant’s roots.
✅ Results: Water slowly seeps into the soil, keeping plants hydrated for up to 10 days!
🥕 4️⃣ Mulching for Moisture Retention (Perfect for Vegetable Gardens!)
Mulching locks moisture in the soil, reducing how often plants need water.
🛠 What You Need:
✔ Dry leaves, straw, wood chips, or shredded newspaper
🔄 How to Set It Up:
1️⃣ Spread a thick layer of mulch (2–3 inches) around your plants.
2️⃣ Water your garden before leaving to saturate the soil.
✅ Results: Mulch slows down water evaporation, keeping your vegetable garden moist for weeks!
🏺 5️⃣ DIY Olla (Clay Pot) Watering System (Ancient & Highly Effective!)
A buried clay pot provides slow, steady moisture to plant roots.
🛠 What You Need:
✔ A small unglazed clay pot (terra cotta) with a lid
✔ Soil to bury the pot