For most of us, rain is an annoying inconvenience, and we only dream that it will end as soon as possible. However, plants, including grass, need rain. It may seem to us that he walked for an infinitely long time and probably soaked the ground well. But the only way to be sure that this is true is to grab a shovel and start digging. You may soon be convinced that only a few top centimeters of the soil are wet, and this moisture will evaporate very quickly and the earth will become dry again.

Why do you need water

Like us, plants cannot live without water. Every plant cell is filled with an aqueous solution that makes it strong and dense, and all plant systems, including the one that carries nutrients, need water to work. Without water, plants are not even able to feed, since they do not “eat” their food, but “drink” from the soil.

From your high school biology lessons, you may remember that water supplies cells with nutrients dissolved in it through a process called osmosis. At one end of the plant, the roots absorb water, while at the other, leaves and other aerial parts lose it. If the roots cannot get enough water, the whole process slows down, and the cells begin to lose their density, which is visually expressed in wilting. Watering during this time will usually heal the plant, although the tips of the leaves may never heal.

With a very prolonged lack of water, the cells lose contact with each other, and the plant reaches the point of "permanent wilting", after which it will no longer recover, no matter how much water you pour. One of the problems with grass is that its root system is shallow and therefore begins to suffer from drought earlier than other plants. On the other hand, the herb has a huge reserve of vitality, and it recovers quickly.

Do I need to water the lawn?

Usually there is enough rain for the grass, but sometimes prolonged periods of drought, dangerous for the lawn, occur. A good lawn in the summer loses about 20 liters of water per square meter of surface every week due to evaporation alone. Therefore, if you live in an area with low rainfall, it makes sense to purchase a drought-tolerant lawn mixture.

Grass nourishing roots are mainly concentrated in the top 10 centimeters of the soil. Naturally, in the heat, moisture evaporates from this layer in the first place. You can help the grass to take root deeper, where the moisture reserve will last for a long time, by piercing the turf every fall.

Nowadays, the need to save water is becoming more and more urgent, which means that during dry periods, only new lawns should be watered.

How to water your lawn?

Water scarcity makes one think about ways to accumulate and preserve it. However, we made sure that lawns can recover after a long drought. Therefore, they are usually given the opportunity to cope with water scarcity on their own.

The only exceptions are new, recently laid out lawns - they must not be allowed to dry out. It is better to water the lawn in the evening so that the water has time to soak in before it evaporates. And remember that a well-watered lawn and a water-filled lawn are not the same thing.

Sprayers (Sprinklers)... Shopping malls have a wide variety of sprayers, including stationary, rotating, and oscillating (swinging). Of course, using a sprayer is an extremely convenient form of watering, since you can leave it to work and leave, but it is far from the most effective: when spraying with a sprayer, a significant part of the water is wasted (especially on a windy day), and the topsoil is mainly moistened. As a result, the roots of the grass stop growing deeper, which will not benefit it during the next dry period, and besides, the water from the upper layer evaporates too quickly.

Garden hoses - the most versatile tool, and if you just put the hose on the lawn with the “trickle” mode on the nozzle, it will water the lawn better than a spray system; just every half hour it will have to be moved to a new place. With this method, you do not need to water the lawn every day - the soil will get wet thoroughly and for a long time. Accordingly, the roots of the grass will tend downward, which will make your lawn more drought-resistant. Remember that 2.5 centimeters of water on the surface of the earth percolates to a depth of 10 centimeters if evaporation does not interfere.

Perforated hoses they look and act about the same as usual, but all over the surface they are covered with small holes and are usually made of hard black material. Their advantage is that, without any effort on your part, they water a large area and to a considerable depth. Keep in mind that these need to be cleaned periodically as the holes become clogged.

Garden watering cans... You may already have them, but watering a large lawn with a watering can is a job that requires extraordinary dedication. However, they are very handy for watering small, driest areas.

There are several ways to help your lawn during dry periods without watering:

Feed your lawn and remove weeds regularly to keep the grass growing and to get rid of excess water consumers.

Let the grass grow taller than usual to shade its own roots, preventing water from evaporating.

Leave the grass cut when mowing on the lawn - it will mulch the soil and retain moisture in it. This will help for a few weeks, but don't do it all the time.

A lawn affected by a lack of water becomes yellow and mottled. Most likely, the grass will recover after the first rains, but during a dry season, it can become an easy victim of weeds and diseases.

Those people who finally made their dream come true and turned part of the site into a zone
recreation with a beautiful and properly sown lawn, should not relax - their
real worries are just beginning.
A good lawn quality largely depends on how it is sown correctly, but the main
work begins immediately after that. The next year you need to start
to lawn care activities.

Summer lawn care mainly consists of the following activities:

1. mowing;
2. watering;
3. top dressing;
4. weed, pest and disease control;
5. repair and sealing;
6. aeration.

Spring chores

After making sure in the spring that the lawn has successfully overwintered, it is necessary to harrow (to enrich the soil with air), under which it is worth applying a little fertilizer. Harrowing can be done with a rake, with their help you will not only give access to air, but also remove debris and plant residues.

Lawn mowing

And already in May it is necessary to start the summer (and one might say the main) period of lawn care. It will start with the fact that when the grass stand reaches a height of 8-9 cm, it is necessary to carry out the first mowing. To do this, use a lawnmower that adjusts to a cutting height of 5 cm, or a trimmer that also needs to be kept to this height. The cut grass should be scooped up and used for composting or feeding livestock (if available).

Mowing is usually done on average once every 10 days. But here it is necessary to look at the weather conditions and the state of the lawn itself - if it is hot, then the grass stand will be weak, and too frequent mowing will deplete it. The criterion here is the beauty of the lawn.

Top dressing of the lawn in summer

Next, you need to make complex fertilizers containing nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Throughout the season, you can use small doses of nitrogen fertilizers, which will be washed out of the soil during irrigation and precipitation. Phosphorus and potassium are enough to apply twice a year for the winter for a better overwintering (30-40 days before the onset of stable frosts) and in the spring after overwintering. It should be noted that now there are specialized complex fertilizers for lawns on sale. In these mixtures, the necessary proportions of both macro- and microelements are observed.

Watering

Watering should be carried out after strutting and fertilizing. In this case, it is necessary to follow the rule - rarely, but accurately. The task of watering the lawn is to saturate the ground to a depth of 15-20 cm so that the moisture is actively used by the root system. Make sure that puddles do not form, in the place of which the grass will turn yellow and may, as they say, fall out - die. Frequent watering can only harm the lawn.

Literally in the first season, you can easily learn to determine by eye when to start watering and how much water to spend on it. To avoid rapid evaporation of moisture, watering is best done in the evening. Despite the recommendations on the timing and amount of irrigation, it is imperative to be guided by the weather conditions and the water regime of a particular site.

Weed control

With proper lawn setting and good quality seeds used for planting, serious weed problems usually do not occur for several years. But sooner or later you will have to face these invaders. Over the years of evolution, weeds have adapted to spread their seeds in all sorts of ways - through the air, with water for irrigation, on animal hair or on people's clothing, and wheatgrass, in general, can crawl underground up to two kilometers as a rhizome.

Regular mowing will be a good help in the fight against unwanted vegetation - this will allow you to destroy one- and two-year-old weeds, without giving them time to seed. When wild plants appear on your favorite lawn, at first you can limit yourself to manual weeding, but if they began to gain strength, you will have to turn to chemistry.

Here it is necessary to take into account the botanical composition of the grass stand: if the lawn is leguminous (white clover), then graminicides can be used to suppress cereal weeds (for example, the herbicide "Fuzilad"), for a cereal lawn, drugs that suppress dicotyledonous weeds (for example, Agritox or " Lintur ").

Aeration

If it so happens that the lawn has become too dense (thickened seeding and excess fertilizer or long-term use), and the sod does not allow air to penetrate to the root system, then aeration is necessary. The essence of this operation is simple - to create a kind of channels for the specified purpose. To do this, they usually pierce the sod with thin pins. It is best to make a special device: stuff long thin nails into an old wooden mop and pierce the sod with such a "hedgehog".

Although it should be noted that recently, special electric or gasoline machines have appeared, called aerators and scarifiers (some manufacturers also call them scarifiers). The former have a working tool - spring teeth that pierce the soil and loosen it. The latter have blades that cut thin deep grooves in the soil. Both the one and the other units, simultaneously with the enrichment of the soil with air, remove the old withered grass - it is called "felt".

Pests and diseases affect the weak

The lawn can also have problems with pests and diseases affecting the grass. Here, control measures should be symptomatic - pests should be poisoned with the recommended poison, and diseases should be treated with fungicides. But it is worth remembering that a lawn, like any crop planting, has the lowest probability of being hit by harmful objects under optimal growing conditions. Therefore, it is worth spending a little time on timely care in order to avoid problems with eliminating the consequences of a technology violation in the future.

Repairs

Closer to autumn, it is necessary to revise the lawn, and if there are places that have fallen out for one reason or another, repairs should be carried out on this small area. To do this, carefully cut out this piece of spoiled lawn and sow the same lawn mixture that was used for planting.

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A well-groomed, luxurious lawn can rightfully be considered a real decoration of any suburban or garden plot. A lot of effort will be required for independent, but even more attention will be required by the site in the first years of its life. This includes timely harvesting, cutting, sowing seeds, proper feeding and fertilization of the soil, and most importantly - timely and sufficient. How to water your lawnright, what watering equipment will be able to provide abundant, but delicate watering, which is the preferred frequency watering and what average norms recommended for lawns? You will find answers to all your questions after reading this article.

1. How do you know if your lawn needs watering?

Many wrongly believe that regular moistening is required for the lawn only after its initial sowing and until the first shoots appear, and then Mother Nature will take care of everything herself. After all, for example, the forest is full of green lawns, which no one cares for, but they look fresh and very lively. Indeed, grasses in their natural habitat are much more resilient than those on artificial lawns. This happens because in the wild all grass has a great height and long leaves and stems, which help to accumulate moisture and increase its reserves, thereby deepening the root system. The longer the roots, the more moisture they can extract from the ground.

The lawn is regularly mowed, and the height of its plantings barely reaches 10-15 cm. Hence the main problem - shallow, shallow root system, which lies at a depth of 10-15 cm and very quickly lends itself to drought. It is not at all difficult to determine the moment when the water reserves have dried up completely and it is necessary to replenish its losses.

Of course, the easiest way is to stick a stick in the ground. If it easily penetrates to a depth of about 15 cm, then the moisture reserve in the soil is still sufficient. But you will not resort to such a method every time.

We suggest taking a close look at your lawn, if you notice the following signs, it's time to water:

• The grass has taken on an unhealthy bluish or grayish tint;
• In places where the sun constantly shines, the grass is paler than in other places;
• Bald spots appeared;
• The stalks began to curl;
• After walking on the lawn or driving a lawn mower, the grass could not quickly regain its shape in a short period;
• General wilting of the green cover.

When the moment is completely missed - you did not attach importance to the color change, or you were simply not there - the grass turns yellow and fades. Drought tolerant grasses can be rescued even after they have completely withered. After abundant watering, they are able to recover. But the appearance of the lawn will not bring aesthetic pleasure from its contemplation for a long time.

2. When is the best time to water?

One of important factors determining the effectiveness of water procedures - the time at which they are performed. Let's consider all the possible options with their advantages and disadvantages:

3. Norms of water consumption by herbaceous plants

It is very important to understand the line between abundant watering and overflow, and also in no case to allow underfilling. Many people argue that it is better to water the lawn more often, but for less time. This judgment is fundamentally wrong and won't bring absolutely no benefits. On the contrary, the evaporation coefficient will be very high, the grass will get wet only superficially, and the soil will not have time to soak to the very roots. Such short-term showers can only be used to refresh the area and reduce the ambient temperature. Therefore, it is better to water the lawn once, but in sufficient quantity... It is almost impossible to calculate a clear rate of water consumption for a particular area. We can only generalize and say that 1m2 land needs 15-20 liters of water.
This indicator directly depends on the mechanical soil composition on your site:

• Light sandy soils they quickly pass any amount of moisture through themselves and are not able to retain and accumulate it in sufficient quantities. The reason for this is their increased friability. Such soils require more water, and rates in this case are up to 35 liters per square meter. But such soil is very difficult to pour. Water can go quite deep without harm to the horse system of plants.
• Clay soils heavier and denser, they retain moisture well and can nourish plants for much longer. Such a lawn can be watered much less frequently and water consumption rates will be much lower. When watering a lawn with this type of soil, make sure that no puddles form on the surface. Water can stagnate for a long time, especially if the soil has already been saturated and is no longer able to absorb water. Shallow root systems can rot. After the excess moisture dries out, the top layer of the earth is compacted, a hard crust is formed, which will prevent oxygen from reaching the roots. As soon as the lawn stops "breathing", the grass will begin to fade. In this case, you need to fluff the topsoil as quickly as possible.

Recommended rate water is often determined by the depth of the root system and is not required. You should not strictly adhere to it if you know that the roots of your lawn have gone 25 or even 30 cm deep. In this case, you need to increase the amount of water so that the moisture reaches the deepest roots. Just be guided that 35-50 liters per square meter moisten the soil to a depth of 10 cm.

And now let's move on to the answer to a logical question, which has probably already appeared in your head - and as actually determine how many liters water necessary pour it onto your area so that it is saturated with moisture to a depth of 10 cm.This is very simple to do:

• When you start your next watering, take a watch or timer and ruler with you;
• Place an empty glass jar on the ground at different ends and in the middle of the plot;
• Open the water and at the same time mark the time or turn on the timer;
• Observe the water level in the banks. When it reaches 1.3 cm, it can be said that the lawn received about 10-15 liters of water per square. With a mark of 2.5 cm - about 20-25 liters. For a more accurate determination of the amount of liquid, and at the same time in order to understand how evenly irrigation occurs, measure the water level in all banks, add and divide by their number.

For convenience, you can pre-apply a mark on the wall of the jar with a marker, the height of which will be the cherished 10 cm. When the liquid reaches the set height, turn off the timer. Now you know for sure not only the amount of water required for high-quality watering of your lawn, but also the time during which it should be carried out. The next time you don't need banks.

4. How often should the lawn be watered?

When and for how long it is best to water the lawn, you already know. Now it's time to decide on the frequency of watering. It depends on many factors:

• The mechanical composition of the soil;
• Root system depth;
• Weather conditions;
• Landscaping features.

We have already talked about different norms of water consumption for sandy or clay soils. The former need to be moistened much more abundantly and more often. The deeper the root system is, the longer, but less often watering should be. If your site has sloping sections, or completely located on a slope, the level of water absorption at different points will be different. In order to prevent overflow in one place and obvious underfilling in another, such lawns recommend water in 15 through 5. Where 15 is the watering time, in minutes. And 5 is the absorption time, also in minutes. At these intervals, you will be able to achieve the best result.
Most summer residents think that if their lawn to be in shady area, then it should be watered much less frequently. The determining factor in this case is the object that creates the shadow. If this is a shadow from a house or other building, then they are partly right. If the lawn is in the shade of trees or tall bushes, then it requires even more frequent watering than that located in an open area under the scorching sun. This is due to the fact that the root system of large plants attracts moisture and nutrients much stronger and more intensely. And the thin root system of cereal plants barely has time to get the required minimum.

Also, an important role is played by the climate of the region, where you live. If the daytime temperature is not too high, and heavy rainfall periodically falls, then one watering per week is quite enough. If rainfall occurs irregularly and it is hot enough during the day, water the lawn 2-3 times a week. Just try to stick golden mean - water when the top layer dries out completely to a depth of 10 cm. Indeed, it can often rain for two weeks, and then a slight drought will begin, and it will be difficult to navigate by the weather.

5. Equipment for lawn watering

So that watering does not take much time and effort, and most importantly, it is economical and expedient, you need to choose an irrigation system that will match the size and shape of your lawn. Let's start with the simplest ways:

• Watering with hand watering can. Despite all the modern technologies and devices that can make the watering process completely automated, many people enjoy doing watering with their own hands. It is wise to do this only on small lawns, otherwise it will be too long and tiring. Be sure to choose watering cans with frequent but small holes. Then the water jets will be thin and will not wash away the delicate roots. Also, a garden watering can is useful for watering hard-to-reach areas or where local watering is needed.
  
• Watering with help is one of the simplest and most affordable methods of irrigating lawns. In order to make watering more gentle and prevent even short-term moistening with a jet with a strong pressure, as sometimes happens when pinching the edge of the hose with your finger, use special diffusing nozzles. Inconvenience This method of irrigation is that the hose must be constantly carried with you and do not skimp on its length. Thus, you can water areas of any size and shape.
• For watering long, narrow green strips, the best perforated hoses. Due to the fact that along their entire length there are many small holes, water is evenly sprayed in all directions, which ensures cooling of the above-ground space and gentle watering.
  
• Watering the lawn with various sprinklers. These are special nozzles that can be either stationary or mobile, which simulate natural rainwater irrigation. It is believed to be the most optimal watering method for lawns. Especially considering that you can choose the optimal type of sprinkler for different areas and even site shapes. So, for example, there are circular sprinklers that are suitable for irrigation. Rotating sprinklers are suitable for irrigation of round and oval lawns. You can adjust the radius of action and the intensity of the pressure and avoid unwanted irrigation of unnecessary areas. For watering rectangular or square areas, there is a floating, or oscillating sprinkler. Its nozzle swings smoothly one way or the other. By setting the necessary settings, you can adjust the length of the water jets. Big advantage sprinklers is that the water scatters and turns into very fine spray, which before hitting the ground and grass have time to warm up to ambient temperature. The risk of stressing the plants is minimal. Disadvantage of such systems is that in a strong wind, a certain amount of water is carried away and more water is required for high-quality irrigation. Also, with such irrigation, a very high evaporation coefficient.
• Drip system watering the lawn is also very effective and allows the soil to be moistened even in the daytime without harm to plants. In this case, water gets directly to the roots. All over the site, which brings some inconvenience when mowing the lawn. After all, the hoses will have to be twisted and untwisted every time.
• Subsoil the irrigation system has a minimum evaporation rate. It is a system of pipes or hoses that are laid underground throughout the site. There are micro-holes on the walls of the pipes, which supply water to the roots. Due to the special structure of the hoses, which are labyrinths for the passage and accumulation of liquid, the holes are rarely clogged even with wet soil. The only "but" is that such an irrigation system should be thought about before arranging and preparing a place for a lawn.
• Automatic the irrigation system is also underground piping. In certain places, pipes come to the surface, and various nozzles are attached to them, including sprinklers that disperse water. When choosing such an irrigation system, consider that it will be much more convenient to mow the lawn if the sprinklers are recessed. It is also necessary to equip the automatic system in advance. For greater convenience it can be equipped with a soil moisture sensor, a precipitation sensor and a timer. This will allow the system to turn on only when needed or at a specific time. To maintain a healthy lawn, your presence is not necessary.

One more question - where to get water for watering. In order to save money, many people install special sedimentation tanks on the sites, which serve to collect rainwater. They can be embedded in labor with a ball valve and an adapter for a certain diameter of the hose. Another way to save money is to take water from a natural reservoir - a lake or river. This will require a special submersible pump that can provide the required pressure. or the well will also have to be equipped with a pump. But pouring such cold water directly from the source is not recommended. Better to sharpen it in a container and wait until it picks up temperature or use spray nozzles. Then the temperature difference will not be felt. Well, the easiest way is to take water from the central water supply.

6. How to protect the lawn from drought?

There are especially dry months when any plants need more water. But it happens that it is not possible to make an automatic irrigation system on your site, just as it is not possible to come every day to irrigate. In such situations, there are several tips to help your lawn deal with drought without watering:

• Weeds must be removed regularly. This will allow the grass to grow continuously and unobstructed and will reduce water consumption. Weeds, by the way, absorb much more moisture than cereals.
• Along with the timely removal of unwanted plants, feed the lawn with seasonal fertilizers. Then the soil will be rich in trace elements and fertile.
• Don't cut your lawn as often and as short as usual. Let the grass grow much taller than usual. Thus, it will create shadow for itself, and the topsoil will dry out more slowly.
• The cut grass can be left directly on the lawn. It will help retain moisture in the soil.

Thus, the lawn will be able to hold out without watering for up to two weeks. However, doing this all the time is not recommended.

To increase resilience plot to drought you need to take care of strengthening the root system. To do this, in the fall, regularly pierce the sod with a pitchfork - this will prevent the soil from compaction and becoming impenetrable for water and oxygen. You can fill the lawn with mulch. These simple guidelines will keep your lawn looking its best and keep it from drying out.

A dry lawn can turn brown, become tough and brittle, or even die. On the other hand, excess water displaces air from the soil, leaving the grass without oxygen. In this case, it can rot. The secret to a great lawn is to always keep it optimally watered. You will get the best results if you water it thoroughly, but not often.

Signs of lack of moisture

In some climates, such as northern Europe, irrigation is required very rarely or not at all. However, in warmer and drier regions, the grass should be watered regularly to avoid drying out. Here are some signs that your lawn is dry:

• The grass changes color to light green and then begins to turn yellow
• Grass stalks curl up and wither
• Traces on the grass do not disappear for a long time

When should you water your lawn?

The ideal time to water most lawns is early morning. The grass will dry for the next day, and the water will not evaporate instantly, because the sun has not yet warmed up the lawn. At the same time, overnight watering is an even more economical option. However, you need to be careful with the amount of water. It should not wrap around the stems of the grass during the night, creating a humid environment, because these are ideal conditions for the growth of the fungus.

How often and how much?

In the absence of rain, the lawn should be watered twice a week with 10-15 mm of water per square centimeter of lawn. If the grass does not get enough moisture on a regular basis, the root system will come to the surface, where more water gets. As a result, the grass suffers even more from a lack of moisture. Use a rain gauge to check the amount of water entering your lawn. In addition, you need to adapt the water supply to the type of soil in your lawn. Make sure the water has time to seep into the lower soil layers during watering.

What equipment should I use?

Sprinkler irrigation is a simple and convenient way to irrigate your lawn. Sprinklers can be fixed to the ground, mounted on stands, or moved along the lawn while watering. And by connecting the sprinklers to the irrigation control program, you can even leave your lawn unattended for the weekend with the confidence that it will receive adequate care.

Like any other plant, lawn grass needs regular watering. And, like any plant, it will react to both an excess of moisture and a lack of it. Therefore, it is important to have an idea of \u200b\u200bhow to properly water your lawn. Of course, no one wants to stand with a hose in their hands and water it for hours, especially if you are out of town for just a few days.

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You won't lose your precious hours of relaxation if your lawn has automatic irrigation system... This means that your lawn is watered according to a predefined program in the mode of your choice. The more expensive the automatic irrigation system, the more complex it is and, accordingly, "smarter". Such a system will not water your lawn on rainy days, and with the help of sensors it will determine whether to water or postpone watering. And besides, it will water not just water, pumping it directly from the well, but will take it from the storage tank, in which the water becomes comfortable for the grass temperature. After all, you don't water your cucumbers and tomatoes with cold tap water. In addition, all kinds of sprayers also help to warm the water up to ambient temperature.

The most comfortable lawn water temperature - it is 18º-20ºС, it can be lower, but not less than + 10ºС. The irrigation system can be installed independently, but nevertheless, it is the specialists in this business who will be able to qualitatively develop a plan-scheme for covering all your areas, taking into account all the geometric features of the lawn, all zones and plants growing on it. Of course, there are automatic irrigation systems, both simpler and more budgetary. But then be prepared to adjust both the watering time and frequency, and do not forget to turn off the automatic watering during the rains. After all excess moisture can cause more tangible harm than its lack. A lawn that is over-watered, and if there is still no good drainage layer, in the middle of summer it will look as if it is already October. The soil does not have time to dry out, the roots do not breathe, they begin to rot, the grass turns yellow and wilts, bald spots appear, mushrooms begin to grow actively. Good conditions are created for the appearance of moss. Only powerful and strong herbs that in nature tolerate waterlogging well become active, and bumps form.

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The most common mistake that self-irrigated lawn owners make is to lengthen the watering time on hot days. You should always let the sod dry between waterings, no matter how hot it is. In extreme heat, the picture of the growth and appearance of the lawn changes for everyone, on lawns with automatic watering it is much better, but still the most open areas and areas along the tiles and concrete paths suffer. It is imperative to consider what kind of soil you have on your lawn and what types of grasses grow there. Better a drought for a while than a flood. In a drought, it is mainly the upper ground part of the grass that suffers, and then it quickly recovers again as soon as it rains. Indeed, the root system of some cereals reaches a meter. Drought-tolerant weeds such as clover and yarrow can roam.

How to water your lawn if you don't have an automatic watering system? There is a wide variety of sprinklers and all kinds of watering pads that will do the job for you. You will only need to periodically move the sprinkler to areas not yet watered. If the lawn is large enough (5-8 acres), then it makes sense to purchase a hose system with several rotating sprinklers. Watering cans and holding a hose are the least suitable.

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How often to water the lawn? If the weather is normal in summer without abnormal heat, with periodic rains, if the plants in your garden do not show signs of wilting and do not suffer, then there is no need to water the lawn regularly. If it rarely rains, there are other plants and trees on the site, then the lawn must be watered 2-3 times a week. Consider the appearance of the grass (the lawn should be firm, and the grass must be shiny, without yellowing), the composition of the lawn mixture, the density of the grass, the presence of mature trees with a powerful root system on the lawn, the composition of the soil on the lawn, air humidity, etc. etc. Watering once a week may be enough for you, and perhaps every day. Young and newly sown lawns are watered every day.

When to water your lawn? It is best to do this either in the morning from 6 to 9 in the morning, or in the evening from 19 to 22 hours. If you water your lawn during the day, on a hot and sunny day, most of the water will evaporate immediately during watering or on the grass, and the water droplets can cause burns, working like a lens under the sun's rays.

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How much water does lawn grass need? Another common mistake is watering your lawn often and little by little. If you do not have stationary sprinklers, be prepared for the fact that you will have to hold the hose in your hands for 2-3 hours in order to water at least a piece of the lawn with high quality. It is better to water less often, but in sufficient quantity. How much water does your lawn need? And this can be calculated, especially since the moisture rate per 1 sq. known - it is 10-20 liters. It is this amount of water that will saturate the soil to the required depth of 15-20 cm.

How long does it take to water the lawn?If you put any container (a jar, for example) on the lawn and start watering, then after 12-13 mm of water accumulates in the jar, it will mean that about 10 liters of water per meter has got on your lawn (at the irrigation site) sq. When 25 mm of water is collected in the jar, this is 20 liters of water for each watered square meter. Time yourself and estimate how much time you need to spend watering your lawn.

Before setting up a lawn on your site, consider this important watering issue. After all, you do not want your material investments to be wasted. The lawn simply "must" be beautiful and well-groomed to delight not only the eyes, but also your body. Walking on the lawn barefoot - what could be nicer and more useful?