Lawns and shrubs have different water requirements. Calibrate your irrigation system by setting out several containers and measuring the inches of water over a set time period. Prevent erosion problems by controlling runoff. The cost of installing directed drains, graveled ditches, and, if necessary, berms and swales is little compared to what it could cost to to correct runoff problems. Put the water where it can be best used.
Homeowners play an important role in reducing Florida's storm-water runoff pollution.
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