Did you know the most expensive part of your landscape investment will be watering your lawn? It is true. Landscape irrigation accounts for more than half of your outdoor watering.Here are a few easy tips to keep your lawn green and your water bill low:
1. Set your sprinkler timers to 2-3 times a day. This way you will eliminate any runoff (wasted water) and insure that your lawn is getting the most water from each cycle.
2. When its a windy day try to avoid watering as it all blows away.
3. The best time to water in the hot season is early morning and when the sun is about to go down. That way your water is not evaporating.
4. Fix leaky valves, sprinkler heads, rusted pipes, etc.
5. Be sure to adjust your timer to each new season. For instance in the winter time you don't want to water too late because you run the risk of freezing your lawn.
A few extra steps can save you a lot of water in the long run. This way you can do your part to "going green" and get the benefits of a luscious lawn.
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