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August 16, 2004 Weekly Water Saving Tip
Last Updated: 2004-08-23 10:11:23
Weekly Water Saving Tip #34
This past week the temperatures were still in the 100's, but the forecast for the coming week is expected to be slightly cooler. The ET for the past week requires irrigation of one inch of water every 3 to 4 days. Now if we do receive some rain, check your soil to see how deep the moisture is. You may be able to eliminate an irrigation or at least reduce the irrigation time.
Soil temperatures also are still too high for good root growth. As the temperatures begin to cool, the irrigation needs of the landscape will be less water and soon the temperatures will be where the roots will start growing again. At that time the turf can use some nutrients to help them recuperate from this stressful summer. I'll mention when an appropriate time to fertilize will be.
And just a reminder to check your sprinkler system to make sure there are not any broken heads or misaligned ones. And make sure you are mowing your turf at 2 1/2 to 3 inches. This height is the most water efficient.
The Weekly Water Saving is provided to Washington County Water Conservancy District by Dr. Frank Williams of the BYU Horticulture Department. For more information, call Julie Breckenridge at 673-3617.
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