Recent drought impact reports from near Cincinnati. Click on the county for the reports:
It is important to remember as dry or drought conditions persist to water landscape plants correctly and measure water you are applying. Read more>>>
… Extremely High Dewpoints And Heat Indices Continue…
If you think it has been exceptionally humid this summer in the tri-state, you are not alone. In fact, when going back through hourly observations taken at the greater Cincinnati Airport (KCVG) since 1948, a period of 62 years, it turns out the current meteorological Summer (June through August) is tied for the highest average dewpoint since hourly dewpoint readings became available in 1948. Read more>>>
Additionally, while some areas got downpours Wednesday, many areas were missed, leading to increasingly dry and droughty conditions in many areas. Many plants are in drought and heat stress at this time, and lawns are turning brown. Read more>>>
Now is the time to water as dry conditions worsen and more heat is on the way
The weekly update from Ohio State, the Buckeye Yard and Garden Line, stated that “many on this week’s call have been on the receiving end of recent rains.” That may be, but from my observation it missed much of the Cincinnati metro area.
In the past week, I have measured only 0.10 inches of rainfall with plentiful 90 degree temperatures, topping out at 99, and rapid drying rates. The forecast is bleak with more oppressive heat in the forecast next week and little or no rain.
Lawns are turning brown and new trees and transplants may not survive without water. This is the time which could mean life or death for new trees and shrubs in particular. Most plant warranties are voided if the plants are not watered properly.
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Remember to water, and stay cool.