Be sure to contact Cindy and she will be happy to give you more tips. Now that summer is in full swing and the heat is on, watering grass has almost become a suburban past-time. Research indicates water losses at night through irrigation are 50 percent less than during midday irrigation. Studies also indicate that irrigating after dew develops on a turf will not increase disease problems.
Irrigation is one maintenance practice often done wrong.
Light, frequent watering produce shallow, weak root systems. The shallow root system prevents efficient use of plant nutrients and soil moisture. However, if you can remember to check before Holidays when you might have company drop in, like Halloween and Easter, it may be easier to remember. It's always good to remember several tips for fire safety. By constantly reminding ourselves, we become better able to handle situations when it really matters.