Specific Hazards And Mitigation Ques 38

Question: Which is the better watering regime under general conditions?

Options:

A) daily, 10 minutes

B) every other day, 20 minutes

C) weekly, 20 minutes

D) weekly, one or two

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

  • It is better to water less often, but more deeply, than less often and more frequently which promotes shallow rooting less resistant to drought. One hour of good watering will wet a sandy soil to about 12 hours inches.