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In extended droughts, monitor soil moisture around sensitive specimens and water them deeply but sparingly. Mulch heavily to retain what moisture exists. Grouped planting allows selective watering for edibles or prized shrubs. Install rain shelters or shade cloth if evaporation is severe. Weed regularly to remove competition for water. While drought-hardy plants may slow growth, they rarely perish. Over seasons, most will endure and even thrive with minimal supplemental care.
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