Nice, mulch definitely helps. Yea I would just try to water a bit more frequently if possible.What you were saying about the Peat Moss going hydrophobic on me makes perfect sense. How do I combat this? Increase the frequency in which im watering so the peat moss doesn't dry out as much?
I'm using a layer of straw to help maintain the moisture in the top soil, it seems to be working well.
Out of curiosity, did you water in the plant when you transplanted or did you wait a day or two?