Sep 13, 2005 Weekly Water Saving Tip

Last Updated: 2005-09-13 10:22:31

Last week we mentioned with September here, it is time to begin to adjust watering schedules to water less frequently. We are still having some warm days, but the days are getting shorter and the night temperatures are getting cooler. This reduces the stress of the plants in our landscape and requires them to use less water.

So, the irrigation requirement for this week is every 5 to 7 days. Again, let me stress, it is now time to decrease the frequency of irrigations. Push as many days as possible between watering days.

Continue to watch the plants in the landscape for any problems of insect infestations or the development of diseases. If you have disease or fungus problems, a common cause is over watering. Diseases develop soon with the cooling temperatures of the evening. This is especially true in the development of powdery mildew.

Lastly, it cannot be over stressed that this season is the time to begin to develop the plants in the landscape for next year’s hot, dry withering weather. This will take time and effort on your part, but the rewards and benefits for you and your plants are worth it.

If you would like any more information please call me, Julie Breckenridge, at 673-3617.