Avoid puddles and runoff when watering your lawn. Save water by xeriscaping. Use a trigger nozzle on your hose. Plant drought-resistant trees and plants. Place a layer of mulch around tress and plants to slow the evaporation of moisture and discourage weed growth.
Soil type affects water absorption and the soil s maximum water holding capacity.
Therefore, different soil types need different watering amounts. Your soil s mixture of these particles determines its soil type or its texture. It s rare to find only a sand or clay soil. You can figure out your soil type by using the chart below, or have it professionally analyzed. Sandy Loam Individual sand grains can readily be seen and felt.