Get a Lush, Green Lawn with These Watering Techniques

Attaining a lush lawn is achievable if you know when to water, how much to use, and how often to do it. Follow these best practices to get your lawn green. 

When – The best time to water is in the early morning hours, between 5:00 am and 9:00 am. Watering mid-day will increase the potential for evaporation causing less water to be available to the turf. Watering in the evening increases the chance of lawn diseases to occur. As the heat increases and rainfall slows down in the summer, watering your lawn is strongly encouraged. Passing thunderstorms do not provide sufficient amounts of water.

How Much – Your lawn needs approximately 1 – 2” of water per week during the summer. It’s best to water deeply and infrequently. When watering, completely moisten the soil approximately 4 – 8 inches deep to ensure a healthy root system.

How Often – In most seasons, watering deeply 1 – 2 times per week will suffice, but it may need to increase to 3 – 4 days per week during hot times with little rainfall.

Without sufficient water, most lawns will retreat into dormancy but will green up again in the fall.