How Often Should I Water?
Feb 10, 2018
1 min read
How much do I need to water? How long for each zone? What are the restrictions on watering??
These are a few of the questions we get from clients about watering and irrigation systems. The first question, how much, leads to a good basic rule that during the growing season for lawns it needs about one inch of water per week. That can be from rainfall or irrigation and is sufficient for grasses from bermuda to fescue. Fescue will also require this much water during the heat of the summer even though that is not the "growing season" for fescue. Also, watering in a turf care treatment is also important for good results.
Plants are generally more tolerant of less water.
Helpful advice on lawn watering! Knowing that lawns generally need about one inch of water per week, including rainfall, makes it easier to maintain healthy grass without wasting water. The reminder that different plants have different watering needs is also useful for keeping a landscape in good condition. Good planning helps landscaping projects run smoothly, and Construction To-Do List Software can help keep tasks and schedules organized.