The dog days are officially in full gear, with turf and plants gone wild in early summer with precipitation and cooler temperatures than usual across the country to widespread heat waves—meaning signs of wilt and distress. Summer conditions test the resilience of lawns, shrubs, flowers and garden beds.

Rather than beating the heat, soak in all summer has to offer, including more time outdoors, while conserving water and preserving the health and vitality of your plants, indoors and out. Yes—you can have it all, plus sustainable solutions that improve the way plants perform during drought times and year-round.

For landscapers and homeowners struggling with lawn brown-out and lackluster turf performance mid-summer, we’re excited to introduce a newer JRM product, Soil Moist Liquid for Turf. Think of this as Soil Moist you know for plants that stores 200 times its weight in tap water, releasing a steady supply of water as needed (Non-toxic, safe, economical for peace of mind and a tread-lightly impact on the environment.)

Soil Moist Liquid contains a polymer that retains moisture in the root zone, where it counts. It’s ideal for hot-weather applications when water applied to the surface may quickly evaporate before reaching the root system.

Other benefits of this “insurance policy” for lawns include the way it increases soil porosity and infiltration so water can penetrate the turf stand and reach roots. Plus, it reduces runoff for more water conservation.

>> Application pointer: Soil Moist Liquid Turf easily can be mixed in a spray tank and applied with standard equipment—an efficient way to ensure even coverage with ease.

Move in Soil Moist Vacation Mats before you head out for vacation. Simply soak the absorbent, water-polymer cloth in water, then set it on a countertop, tray or baking pan. Place containers (drainage holes open) on the mats. They use capillary action to water plants for up to three weeks. Basically, the plant signals when moisture is needed and the mats deliver.

Soil Moist Mats accommodate outdoor containers and work best if you line containers before planting. They reduce waterings by 50%. But if you left out this step when building your container garden, no worries. Soil moist can be applied at any time. Simply poke holes in the soil and fill with the product.

>> Water Spike: Looking for a quick water delivery fix for already planted containers? Push Soil Moist Time-Release Spikes into the soil. They store more than 40 times their weight in water and feed continuously for up to four months.

Summer is finally in full swing, and a new season means it’s time to change up your decor. Deco Beads are a go-to for creating vibrant centerpieces that work double-time by preserving floral arrangements. These gel beads give your flower and candle arrangements some water-saving whimsy. Deco Beads come in twelve standard colors and twenty-two additional custom colors, including sea mist and pink lemonade — perfect summer hues.

Also, now that school’s out, parents are looking for ways to keep their kids entertained. Deco Beads are non-toxic — safe for crafts and STEM projects. Just watching them expand is fascinating! Need ideas? Check out Deco Beads’ Instagram reels for inspo.

Meanwhile, with the Fourth of July around the corner, prepare some creative decorations for your celebration. Check out designer J Schwanke’s tutorial to create a festive, star-spangled flower arrangement.

You can add some more personality to your arrangements with expanding Deco Shapes. They come in lovely hearts, beachy seashells and patriotic stars.

Summer brings so many things to mind — shells on a seashore, colorful drinks, America’s birthday — endless inspiration for crafts and decor!

>> Deco Tip: Deco Beads are available in an array of colors — and aromas, too. Four scents include citrus/lemon-lime.

Why not store more water so you can save time, money and resources? Tell us how you use Soil Moist products in your home or business. We look forward to hearing from you!