One thing you should never do when watering plants in hot weather

Watering plants in hot weather requires extra care to ensure they stay healthy and hydrated (Image: Getty) Watering plants in hot weather requires extra care to ensure they stay healthy and hydrated. According to the experts, watering plants during a heatwave is crucial for their survival. But many people are making a common mistake when trying to keep their plants healthy during tropical temperatures.

Experts claim some are wetting plant leaves in the hope this will keep them refreshed - and stop them drying out. However, it can have the opposite effect - attracting sunlight to them, and leaving them burnt in the long-run. Tomorrow, Monday, August 12, temperatures are set to hit a sizzling 32C in central London, marking what is thought to be the hottest day of the year.

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