Watering Tips

       

Water your lawn in early morning.

        Be kind to the environment and save water and money by watering your lawn in the early morning. The least water will be lost to evaporation at this time. An early morning watering schedule also reduces disease problems and poor water distribution caused by wind.

       

        Give lawns grown on sandy soils 1/2 inch of water when irrigating. Lawns on heavy soils should receive 1 inch.

       

        Measure irrigation water by placing a can or two on your lawn to catch the water. Compacted soils may take several shorter periods of irrigation to allow the water to be absorbed. Avoid surface runoff. Sandy soils may require more frequent watering, for example, 1/2 inch every three days. Don't water fescue, bluegrass, or ryegrass lawns in the summer unless you plan to do so all season. Many of these types of lawns are lost by discontinuing irrigation in midsummer. Be consistent with your watering routine; your lawn can't go on vacation with you. 


       

        Don't water until you see first signs of wilt.

        Wilted lawns have a blue-green appearance, leaf curl, or footprints that remain on the lawn. Look along sidewalks or roadside surfaces for first signs of wilt. Light, frequent watering promotes shallow roots and weakens turf.

Don't overwater

This promotes diseases and excessive growth.