SHREVEPORT, La. - With temperatures soaring into the 90s, and heat indexes pushing even higher, watering plants during the summer has become a critical task for gardeners across the region. Mark Wilson, an extension agent with the LSU AgCenter , shared essential tips on how to keep container plants healthy through the intense heat.

“One of the first things to remember is that not all pots are created equal,” Wilson explained. “Different materials—like ceramic, terracotta, plastic, and wood—affect how much heat the container retains and how quickly it dries out.”

Ceramic pots, for example, absorb and hold heat more than plastic ones.

“That’s why we cook with ceramic dishes,” Wilson said. “They retain heat really well, and that can affect the plant’s root zone.” He pointed out a smart s

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