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Drought Response
BBG's Guide to Water-Wise Gardening
Drought is a normal, recurrent feature of regional climate. Generally defined as a period of less-than-average rainfall, drought occurs in most areas across North America. (For an update on current national conditions, see the U.S. Drought Monitor map in the "Related Links" section below.)
When a drought hits, gardeners are usually required by law to substantially reduce the amount of water they consume. The following articles contain useful short-term tips on how to conserve water in your garden without harming your plants. These include irrigating your plants early in the morning, when it's cooler, to avoid loss of water due to evaporation.
The articles also focus on how gardeners can design their gardens to be more adaptable over the long term to normal fluctuations in yearly rain and snowfall. The onset of drought is hard to predict, so gardeners need to conserve water at all times, even when it seems abundant.
For more advice on water-wise gardening, pay a visit to the Gardener's Resource Center.
Related Links
The following is a list of state and national organizations providing drought information.