How often should I water my vegetable garden? - Cooperative Extension: Garden and Yard - University of Maine Cooperative Extension

Question: We live in South Portland and there is a drought at the moment. How often should we water our vegetable garden? Answer: Ideally, 1.25 to 1.5 inches of rain per week is enough for most gardens. A rain gauge can help you decide when to water. It’s good to get water down to 5-6 read more