Summer is beautiful! It’s a great time at the beach with hot weather and lots of sunshine. The summer heat can cause lawn damage. These are some ways to cool your lawn.
Watering based on types of soil
You need to identify the soil on your property. Does it have clay-based soil? This will tell you how much watering is required. Because clay retains more water, clay soils will require much less water than sandy soils.
Clay-based soils should have water applied slowly over the course a day. This will allow the soil to absorb the water. Heavy watering can cause pooling or water running off the site. Watering should be stopped once the soil has absorbed the water.
Sandy soils require that water be applied only in very short intervals. This will ensure proper water reach the root zones. Too much watering will make the soil unsuitable for plants.
Water in the morning-Water early in the day. Daytime watering can cause excessive evaporation and inefficient use of water. Pay attention. Don’t water in the middle night. This can cause excess moisture and promote fungus development. It is best to set your sprinkler cycles so that they are finished by 7 AM.
