Instead of watering your lawn every day for short periods, water deeply 2-3 times per week. This encourages deeper root growth, making your lawn more drought-resistant.
Why Deep Watering Works
When you water frequently but shallowly, grass roots stay near the surface, making your lawn vulnerable to drought and heat stress. Deep watering encourages roots to grow deeper into the soil where moisture is more consistent and available.
How Much to Water
Aim for 1-1.5 inches of water per week, including rainfall. You can measure this by placing empty tuna cans or rain gauges around your lawn while watering. When they fill to about an inch, you've watered enough.
Best Time to Water
Water early in the morning (between 6-10 AM) to reduce evaporation and give grass blades time to dry before evening. This helps prevent fungal diseases that thrive in moist, warm conditions.
Signs You're Watering Correctly
- Grass springs back quickly when stepped on
- Soil feels moist 3-4 inches below the surface
- Grass maintains its green color even during dry spells
- Fewer weeds (deep-rooted grass outcompetes shallow-rooted weeds)
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