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LAWN WATERING
SCHEDULE
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STEP #1
Turn on your sprinklers until you collect 1/2" of water.
This can Range from 10 minutes to 2 hours, depending on
the type of sprinklers.
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STEP
#2 The time determined in step #1 becomes duration of irrigation
cycle, unless you have run-off. Pulse sprinklers as needed. |
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STEP
#3 Determine how frequently you need to water your lawn. The
frequency depends on soil and lawn type. |
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Daytime
Temperatures
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Cool
season lawns
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Warm
season lawns
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50's
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7 to
10 days
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14
to 21 days
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60's
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5 to
7 days
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7 to
14 days
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70's
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3 to
5 days
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5 to
7 days
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80's
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1 to
2 days
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3 to
5 days
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90
-100's
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Daily
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Daily
to 3 days
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STEP
#4 These guidelines are just a starting point the best way
to see if your lawn needs water is called the finger test.
Check the soil with your finger and see if it is still moist.
Check about one inch deep. |
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STEP
#5 Adjust your timer as weather changes as often as needed. |
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