Thirsty or drowning? How to tell what your desert plants need

THOUSAND PALMS, CALIF. (KESQ)- With triple-digit temperatures, it’s tempting to water your plants more often. But in the desert, too much water can actually damage some plants.

We’ll talk to local experts about how to tell the difference between a plant that’s thirsty and one that’s being overwatered and what homeowners should be doing differently during extreme heat.

Data from specific desert cities (such as the City of Palm Desert) confirm that up to 70% of local residential water consumption is driven entirely by outdoor landscaping and turf irrigation.

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