Your list might include tasks such asreprogramming the thermostatand holding the mail, but what about your garden?

You also could use a self-watering rig that slowly delivers water from a reservoir.

Set to Auto Drip

Use a hose faucet timer to sethow often and how long you water.

Grouping of planters for container garden against tan wall

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(Test it before you leave to determine the best plan.)

With a little preparation, your plants can get the water they need without you there.

Grouping of blue planters for container garden

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potted flowers with bottle irrigation system

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