Many property owners tend to use excessive amounts of water to keep their grass and landscapes fresh and green, ending up costing you a lot of money.But there’s no reason you can’t keep both your yard and your wallet green this summer with a professionally installed irrigation system.
Don’t water your sidewalk or miss a patch of grass ever again!
Watering and irrigation systems are efficient and precise than other forms of watering. A properly installed irrigation system will water the exact amount and exact spots exactly when it is needed. So ditch the watering cans, hoses, and sprinklers and let your lawn thrive!
Benefits of Irrigation
- Time: irrigation systems work without you having to stand there. With an automated system, you spend less time manually watering and more time doing things you actually enjoy doing.
- Money: an irrigation will pay for itself with the amount of money you’ll save on your water bill.
- Water: conserve water while keeping a healthy, lush landscape. It’s a win win!
Watering Schedule
Established Lawns
Established lawns require far less water than newly sodded or freshly seeded areas. For the cooler spring and fall seasons, we suggest decreasing watering to every other day.
For the hotter summer months, we recommend that you water five to six times a week. Watering between 3-6AM is the ideal time to take advantage of the coolest time of the morning but completing prior to sunrise to allow the water to infiltrate the soil as much as possible.
Newly Installed Sod
For newly installed sod, we recommend that you water at least two times each day. In the case of extreme heat, it might be necessary to add a third water cycle. Once the grow-in period of a few weeks has passed, it is recommended to reduce the watering frequency.
For twice a day watering, schedule your system for 3-6AM and 6-8PM.
Watering Duration
Zones consisting of spray heads typically require about 5-10 minutes of run time per cycle .
Zones consisting of rotor heads typically require about 20-30 minutes of run time per cycle.
Over Watering Vs. Under Watering
Signs of Over Watering:
- Blades wilt and feel limp
- Increased mowing due to thick thatch growth
- Lawn remains soggy for longer periods
Signs of Under Watering:
- Blades wilt and feel crisp
- Soil is dry
- Grass does not quickly spring back when stepped on
- Slower blade growth
Save Your Green
Installing and maintaining an irrigation system won’t only help you avoid over- or under-watering, but it will also help you save on some green both in your lawn and your wallet. With Ever-Green’s professionally installed irrigation system, you won’t have to worry any more about water waste or high water bills. And that lush, green lawn will stay watered and healthy for the entire summer, giving you a landscape you can be proud of.