What Should Your Lawn Irrigation Schedule Look Like?

If you love to take care of your lawn, you have to make sure it gets a lot of water to keep it healthy. Lawns need about 1 to 1.5 inches of water each week. 

Waiting for it to rain may not always be work. If you live in an area where it doesn't rain a lot, you have to water the lawn yourself. What happens if there is a watering restriction in place? 

Homeowners who live in a city where there is a water restriction must have an irrigation schedule. Read this article to learn how your irrigation schedule should look like. 

When to Water the Lawn

You may be asking, "How often should I water my lawn?" The best time to water the lawn is early in the morning. If possible, you should water the lawn before 10 a. m. 

It's best not to water the lawn in the afternoon when the sun is at its strongest. In the afternoon hours, the sun's heat will evaporate the water before the lawn has a chance to absorb it. 

Some signs show your lawn may need water. Look at your lawn's color. If it has a dull green color, you have to water it. 

You can also determine if your lawn needs water by walking on it. If you see your tracks remain on the ground after a few seconds, the lawn is missing moisture. 

How Much Water to Use

Yes, most lawns need between 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week. This amount of water should be enough to water the topsoil. This is about 6 to 8 inches under the grass. 

You can water the lawn in a single watering or do it in sessions throughout the week. Do make sure not to overwater your lawn. Signs of overwatering include excess weeds and visible standing water. 

Using a Sprinkler System

If you want to establish an irrigation schedule, consider using a sprinkler system. A sprinkler system can help you water the lawn without having to worry about wasting water. 

How often should I use sprinklers you ask? One of the good things about using a sprinkler system is the ability to create an ideal watering schedule. You can start with two 30 minutes watering sessions per week. 

It's a good idea to set a timer with your sprinkler schedule. Smart watering systems give users the option to control the watering schedule with a smartphone. 

In-ground sprinklers make an ideal system. It uses a horizontal spray pattern. This type of sprinkler can deliver water in the most efficient pattern. 

Set Your Lawn Irrigation Schedule Now

To keep your lawn healthy and conserve water, you need to set an irrigation schedule. When setting up an irrigation schedule, there are several things you have to keep in mind.  

Make sure to water the lawn in the morning. Don't use more than 1.5 inches of water and if possible use a sprinkler system. 

If you want to install an irrigation system, please contact us to learn about the services we provide.