Hi Gardening freepers, I definitely need some advice.
I planted perennials (day lillies, black eyed susans, button flowers), they are very small (I hope they grow!).
How much water do I give them at the start? Every day? Every other day?
Also, I should mulch them, yes?
Your guidence will be appreciated. I’m leaving for work now, but I’ll check back later.
Thanks all!
The perennials that I plant needed water initially (a good soaking) and then I watered once a week if it didn’t rain. I didn’t mulch immediately since I found it hindered the initial growth. I did put some mulch down later after they had a good sprouting. Day Lillies are very vigorous and do well in my clay soil. In fact, I have to divide them every two years or they seem to want to take over. Black Eyed Susans (Maryland’s State Flower) is a great choice. We Marylanders joke that we chose that flower because it is a pretty weed. By that, I mean it does very well without a lot of fretting over. This has been my experiences but there are definitely other Garden FReepers who have tons more experience than me. Good luck!