Providing your lawn with the right amount of water can be a difficult task. Give it too little and it shrivels up and dies, give it too much and you’ll see a similar result. That’s why Rivermoore Lawn Care is here to help guide you on how to best maintain your lawn after we have left! Read through our tips, then contact our lawn care business with any questions.
The Ideal Amount of Water
In general, your lawn should receive 1-2 inches of water per week. This includes rainwater, so if you’ve had a few rainy days, you may not need to supplement with any additional water. You can use a rain gauge to measure the amount of water your lawn is receiving each week.
When to Water
If you do need to water your lawn, it’s best to do it in the early morning. Watering your lawn in the evening or night can cause the water to sit on the surface of your lawn for too long, making it more vulnerable to disease. Aim for between the hours of 5 and 11 A.M. for the best results!
Invest in a Rain Gauge
A rain gauge is an affordable and easy way to measure the amount of water your lawn is receiving each week. This will help you decide when and if you need to provide additional water. You can find rain gauges at most home improvement stores or online. If your rain gauge says your lawn has received .5 inches of rainfall in one week, then you know you will need to water for 30 minutes to get to 1 inch or for 60 minutes to receive 1.5 inches.
Keep Your Lawn Healthy
Rivermoore Lawn Care products keep your lawn full of essential nutrients, but in order for them to work, they need water! Each time you water your lawn, you're helping to release our products into the soil and root zone, helping your lawn to thrive.
Watering your lawn is an important part of keeping it healthy, but be sure not to overdo it. With a rain gauge and the tips we’ve provided, you can make sure your lawn is getting just the right amount of water each week. If you have any questions about how to best care for your lawn, don’t hesitate to reach out to Rivermoore Lawn Care!