Do’s
Do water only between dusk and dawn.
Do turn off water when it rains!!!
Do check for broken lines, sprinkler heads, nozzles, valves, etc. on a monthly basis.
Do water lawns in two short bursts (3-4 min.) rather than one long burst. This allows for the water to get into the soil and roots more efficiently and minimizes run-off.
Do use an Irrigation System Tune-Up Check List at http://bewaterwise.com/pdf_IrrigChecklist.pdf
Do use MP rotators. Look in phone book for local irrigation supply store.
Do install a weather based irrigation controller or smart controller.
Do adjust irrigation system seasonally. Winter/spring rains = less sprinkler time.
Do use micro sprayers or other over-head watering system for drought tolerant plants rather than root based drip irrigation nozzles. This replicates their natural water regime.
Don’ts
Don’t overwater your lawn. Check lawn often. If its is soggy, try removing a day or two from your irrigation schedule.
Don’t overspray onto sidewalks, streets, or driveways.
Don’t water during daylight hours.
Don’t settle for cheap irrigation components. You may end up paying more in water and replacement costs in the long run. Check your phone book for a local irrigation supply store.
Don’t mix high and low water use plants on same irrigation valve/zone.
Don’t over-irrigate native or drought tolerant plants. Get to know these amazing plant types and understand their different, low-water needs. You’ll be glad you did.
Do’s
Do water only between dusk and dawn.
Do turn off water when it rains!!!
Do check for broken lines, sprinkler heads, nozzles, valves, etc. on a monthly basis.
Do water lawns in two short bursts (3-4 min.) rather than one long burst. This allows for the water to get into the soil and roots more efficiently and minimizes run-off.
Do use an Irrigation System Tune-Up Check List at http://bewaterwise.com/pdf_IrrigChecklist.pdf
Do use MP rotators. Look in phone book for local irrigation supply store.
Do install a weather based irrigation controller or smart controller.
Do adjust irrigation system seasonally. Winter/spring rains = less sprinkler time.
Do use micro sprayers or other over-head watering system for drought tolerant plants rather than root based drip irrigation nozzles. This replicates their natural water regime.
Don’ts
Don’t overwater your lawn. Check lawn often. If its is soggy, try removing a day or two from your irrigation schedule.
Don’t overspray onto sidewalks, streets, or driveways.
Don’t water during daylight hours.
Don’t settle for cheap irrigation components. You may end up paying more in water and replacement costs in the long run. Check your phone book for a local irrigation supply store.
Don’t mix high and low water use plants on same irrigation valve/zone.
Don’t over-irrigate native or drought tolerant plants. Get to know these amazing plant types and understand their different, low-water needs. You’ll be glad you did.