May one draw water to irrigate vegetables on Chol Hamoed in order to eat them on the holiday?

HolidaysChol HamoedPermitted Labor

Synopsis

One may draw water to irrigate vegetables so they will grow and be fit to eat on the holiday itself; if the intention is merely to improve their appearance for after the holiday, it is forbidden.

Early Acharonim
Lenient
Strict
Lesser cited
Major authority

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