SUPERGREEN IRRIGATION WATERING GUIDE

Factors to consider when formulating a watering schedule for your lawn and shrubs.

•  Is the area subject to intense sun, shade or a combination of both?
•  Is the area flat, sloped or a combination of both?
•  Is the area subject to windy conditions?
•  Is the area in close proximity to the residence or foundation?
•  Is the area well drained?
•  What is the soil type?

In many cases, zones will be a combination of these factors.  A watering schedule has to be “fine tuned” through the owner’s observation of the different areas of his lawn and shrubs.

START TIMES

When establishing a start time for the watering schedule, consider factors such as; water pressure, wind, evaporation, and foot traffic.  Studies show that the optimum time to run your system is between 2:00 and 10:00am.

FREQUENCY

It is generally agreed that your lawn and landscape benefit from deep watering with time in-between to allow the soil to dry sufficiently.  This will promote deep root growth.  However, the high clay content of soil on Long Island , does not allow extended run times without runoff or puddling, which wastes water and can damage your turf.  Therefore, a watering frequency of 2 to 3 times a week should be sufficient.  Under extremely hot and dry conditions increased frequency of watering may be required.

Helpful Hint; A beneficial practice to eliminate run-off or pooling during a watering cycle is to split the watering time in half and create a second start time right after the first cycle is complete. This allows time for the water to percolate into the soil. This is called “Cycle and Soak”.