Watering Management

No the title is not a mistake.  Or, did you read it as “Water Management?”  While that might be the overall goal, you must start with the management of your watering, right down to the individual plants and areas.  With large commercial properties you can save or waste thousands of gallons of water every year.  That can amount to many hundreds of dollars in either savings or wasted money.

A sprinkler system on a timer is the most basic tools in water management.  The next level up is a system that measures the moisture level in the soil and sets the watering to a real need for water.  Even in our desert climate we have unexpected weather events that need to be considered when watering your green areas.

Beyond the soil’s moisture levels you can adjust your watering to take in other plant needs.  Here are four ideas to help.

Your Delivery System:
A tuned-up delivery system is the foundation of an effective water management plan. Integrate water saving components to maximize efficiency. In many cases a drip system will save the most amount of water while achieving maximum and efficient watering.

Scheduling:
Know the precipitation rates of sprinkler heads to help dial in appropriate run times to meet the “area” plants’ water requirements. Adjust the irrigation frequency as the seasons and temperatures change.

Soil:
Know the soil type your plants live in. Along with weather, specific soil types will determine the duration of sprinkler run times and frequency of the days for watering.  Proper soil mixtures will maximize water retention and help keep plants properly hydrated.

Management & Monitoring:
Be intentional with scheduling monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly system checks and adjustments. Find and correct small issues before they becomes costly problems.

It doesn’t matter to us whether you want lush lawns, desert landscaping or some type of landscaping in between, we can help.  To find out how give us a call at 623-848-8277.

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Greens Keeper Landscape Maintenance, LLC
623-848-8277
http://www.commerciallandscapecare.com
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