When should you water a lawn morning or night? and how often?
Question:Ilive in north Texas, very hot humid summers
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The best time to water the garden is during the morning, as this will minimize evaporation. Watering during the night may promote disease. It is important to soak the soil thoroughly so the water reaches the root zone. Light watering encourages the plant roots to grow near the surface of the soil, where they may become damaged by foot traffic and exposure to sunlight. To test for soil moisture, place your finger into the soil and note the moisture level. For established plants, if the first four inches of soil is dry, watering is needed. For new plants or transplanted plants, water when the first two inches of soil is dry. Annuals may need to be watered more frequently than perennials as their root system is not as established.
If it is a new plant you may want to water it more often (depending on city regulations ; even houses on even days.that sort of thing) Just keep them moist for the best results!
Happy Gardening,
Mandie
The best time to water is just before dawn. This will eliminate the water from setting on the grass over night and causing deceases. If you water during the day, chances are most will evaporate in the sun. Water twice a week. If you have a sprinkler system, water each station for 20 minutes. If you have a sprinkler move it around at regular intervals.
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