Given how easy it is to kill plants by overwatering, these devices are tempting – but can they beat simply sticking your finger in the soil?

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Knowing when and how much water to apply to your plants can be one of the most baffling pieces of gardening. Too much water can cause the leaves to die. So can too little water. Although plants cannot ...

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