July 25th

By Mutt Mulligan

TurfMutt’s smart summer watering tips

In order to thrive, all living things need water – including the plants and grass in our outdoor living rooms. But especially in the hot summer months, it’s important to be wise about our watering practices. Here are TurfMutt’s top tips for watering your family yard that will take you to the head of the living landscapes class!

Take advantage of technology
Take the guesswork out of how much and how often to water by installing smart technologies like soil moisture sensors and drip irrigation. Let technology do the work for you, so you can simply sit back and enjoy your family lawn!

Let your grass go dormant
Grass will turn brown when it goes dormant, but it’s not dead. Grass is resilient and will green up again when rains return.

Water wisely
Fight the urge to excessively water your lawn in the summer. When you do water, water deeply so the moisture soaks into the roots. Also, water in the early morning hours before the hot sun causes major evaporation.

Pick the right plants
Select the plants, trees and shrubs that are right for your climate. Picking the right plants for your environment means they will be best suited for the moisture you typically get from Mother Nature.

For more tips about how to care for your family lawn, go to LivingLandscapesMatter.com.