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Irrigation is an essential aspect of maintaining your home’s lawn and landscaping. An automatic sprinkler system can help you set a specific schedule for watering your lawn. However, if you’re not sure how much water your grass requires to stay green and healthy, consult the following guide.

Water for Long Periods a Few Times a Week

sprinkler systemMany homeowners like to stick to an easy lawn irrigation schedule by simply running sprinkler systems for a few minutes each day. However, this causes grass to form a shallow root system, which makes it more vulnerable if there’s ever a drought or dry period.

Instead, water for longer periods just two or three times per week. The length of time may depend on the type of grass and soil you have on your property. However, it’s a good rule of thumb to deliver at least an inch of water. If the lawn is bright green and you can walk across it without footprints showing in the grass, then you’ve likely delivered enough water for the day.

Monitor Weather & Watering Issues

After you’ve set a watering schedule, you still need to keep an eye on your lawn and make changes if necessary. For example, a lot of runoff throughout the rest of your landscaping could signal overwatering.

You should also monitor the weather and make necessary adjustments each week. For example, if you’ve received a lot of rain over a few days, you can turn off the sprinkler system. Additionally, it’s best to avoid watering during particularly hot or stormy periods since you could lose a lot of water to evaporation or high winds.

 

If you’re interested in having a sprinkler system installed on your property, the professionals at Aloha ‘Aina Landscaping are here to help. Based in Aiea, HI, the landscaping professionals offer a wide array of services to help homeowners improve and maintain outdoor spaces, including custom landscape design, masonry, lawn installation, fencing, drainage, and sprinkler system installation. Visit the company’s website to see a full list of services. To schedule an appointment, call (808) 291-0143.

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