How to Keep Grass Green without Overwatering the Lawn
The first principle to achieving healthy grass is precisely watering.
All homeowners want to have the greenest, thickest, richest grass on the black. The path to achieving this, however, may not be as obvious as expected. Common sense suggests that watering grass more leads to taller, greener grass. However, overwatering can lead to an unhealthy lawn and a higher water bill. Unless the yard has newly planted seeds, it is likely being overwatered already. Learn tips to identify and avoid overwatering below.
Signs of overwatering:
Spongy feeling when walking across the lawn.
Extra weeds or fungi growing throughout.
Additional pests in and around the yard
Wilted grass
Avoiding overwatering for green, healthy grass
The first principle to achieving healthy grass is precisely watering. This means supplying the right amount of water at the right time. Watering in the evening or early morning allows for deeper absorption into the soil, promoting deeper root growth. Most lawns need about 1 inch of water, three times a week.
Using the right tools
Another critical principle to avoid overwatering is using the right sprinkler system equipment. Sprinklers should be designed to prevent water runoff while maximizing coverage across the lawn’s area. Upgrading sprinkler heads can dramatically improve watering efficiency. Smart irrigation controllers can be a smart investment for maximizing lawn health; they adjust watering schedules to account for moisture, rainfall, and temperature.
Schedule a water audit
Contact the experts to request a free water audit. They can determine the current water usage amount and estimate the potential savings from upgrading to a more efficient, low-flow sprinkler system.
Following these guidelines for proper watering can help homeowners save money on water bills and get healthier, more vibrant, greener lawns.
With over 10 years of experience in the Peoria, Arizona, area, HS Irrigation and Landscape Lighting offers sprinkler design and installation, irrigation repair and maintenance, drip irrigation, and landscape lighting design and installation. Feel free to call us at 623 292 5478.
