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Old September 17, 2015   #16
Cranky
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Yes, they all get watered the same at each garden.

but I didn't test the moisture more than 3-4 inches deep. (shrug) week or two.

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I assume you are using a probe to test moisture. If so, I have found them not dependable. The readings are impacted by soil density. Light fluffy soils full of organic matter that holds water tend to read dry even after watering and compact read wet.
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Old September 18, 2015   #17
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I assume you are using a probe to test moisture. If so, I have found them not dependable. The readings are impacted by soil density. Light fluffy soils full of organic matter that holds water tend to read dry even after watering and compact read wet.
Nope, i use my hands.
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