Important Notices

Smart Watering Tips

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Whether you’re staying in Florida this summer or elect to leave your irrigation system turned on while you’re away, here are some tips to water smart.

  • Inspect your irrigation system to ensure it is in proper operational condition and your irrigation zones are set appropriately.
  • Maintain a lawn height of 2.5 to 3 inches to help protect the roots from heat stress and reduce the loss of moisture to evaporation.
  • Avoid planting turf in areas that are difficult to irrigate properly, such as steep inclines and isolated strips along sidewalks and driveways.
  • Aerate clay soils at least once a year to help the soil retain moisture.
  • Promote deep root growth through a combination of proper watering, aerating, appropriate fertilization, thatch (grass clippings) control and attention to lawn height. A lawn with deep roots requires less water and is more resistant to drought and disease.
  • Mulch around plants, bushes and trees helps the soil retain moisture, discourage the growth of weeds and provide essential nutrients.
  • Plant in the spring or fall, when watering requirements are lower.
  • When choosing plants, keep in mind that smaller ones require less water to become established.
  • Use porous materials for walkways and patios to keep water in your yard and prevent wasteful runoff.
  • Install a rain sensor on your irrigation system to prevent the system from watering while it is raining, or right after it has rained.