Drip systems are designed to get water slowly and directly to the roots of plants where they need it most. They deliver water in terms of quarts or gallons per hour instead of per minute. If you have a swimming pool, get a cover for it. Evaporation can make hundreds, even thousands, of gallons of water disappear. An average-size pool with average sun and wind exposure loses approximately 1,000 gallons per month, enough to keep a family of four in drinking water for nearly a year and a half.
Water is a precious commodity and there is a limited supply in most communities.
Remember to use only the amount you actually need. Encourage your family to keep looking for new ways to conserve water in and around your home. Experiment to determine the water needs for your lawn. Water the landscape only, not streets, walks, and driveways. This page was last updated on September 2, 1999.