This Summer, Keep Your Lawn Hydrated
Spend your summer days outside on a lush, green lawn with just the right amount of moisture.
Summers can go extremely hot.
Protecting your lawn from the summer heat can be difficult or, let's say, a very challenging task to do. Many people have to water their lawns multiple times a day, which can be costly, time-consuming, and frankly annoying.
The hottest summer days can be the most difficult to manage. The sun beating down on your lawn all day can quickly turn it brown and crispy. Whether you're dealing with a small patch of grass or a large lawn, here are some steps to help protect your grass from the summer heat.
Lawn Watering Suggestions
When is the best time to water your lawn?
Watering your grass early in the morning, when temperatures are at their lowest for the day, is a good rule of thumb. Some experts even recommend watering your lawn anytime before 10 a.m., but the trick is to water early enough so the water can thoroughly seep into the soil before evaporating. Watering your lawn late at night or evening is not recommended since the later you water, the more disease-prone your lawn becomes.
If you water your lawn at night, you're also more likely to encourage fungi and other diseases that thrive in moist conditions. Watering in the middle of the day is also not ideal since much of the water will evaporate before reaching the roots of your grass. The best time to water your lawn is early in the morning before the heat of the day sets in. By following this rule of thumb, you'll ensure that your lawn stays healthy and green all season long.
Watering Schedule
Most lawns require 1 to 1.5 inches of water each week on average. A few factors will determine the times you'll need water each week. If you've had a lot of rain recently, you can probably go a few days without water. Is there a drought in your area? To thrive, your grass will want more water more frequently.
If it's up to you to keep your grass hydrated, you may give it all 1 to 1.5 inches of water in one day or split it up into 2 to 3 soakings on different days.
Make sure not to overwater your lawn, no matter what timetable you choose to follow. Overwatering can cause illness and microbial activities to die. It's also crucial to adhere to your city's water usage regulations. Some locations have particular days and hours when you can water your lawn at any time; familiarize yourself with your town's rules before developing a watering program.
How Long Should You Water Your Lawn?
The time you should water your lawn depends on its size, climate, and weather conditions. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get a half-inch of water on average. If you want to offer between 1 and 1.5 inches of water, this amounts to 3 to 4.5 20-minute sessions every week.
Water your lawn with a hose or sprinkler.
If you have a tiny lawn that is easy to water, a hose with a sprinkler attachment can suffice. Before you go to your local hardware or home and garden store to get a sprinkler, ensure you get the right one for your location by looking at the square footage it covers and whether it has a customized spray pattern.
An irrigation system can be the best option if you have a considerable yard that takes a long time to water. Installing an irrigation system allows you to use a timer to switch on your sprinklers. That means you won't waste water, and you'll be able to establish schedules to water your lawn when you want it to.
At Performance Lawn & Landscape, we understand how important it is to have a healthy, green lawn. We hope these tips help keep your grass looking its best all summer! Contact us today for all your lawn care needs. Thanks for reading!
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