Watering Guide

July Smart Irrigation Month

How long should I water?

Use the Daily, Weekly, or Monthly watering index below to adjust your timer:


  • Start with you longest summer run times. (See chart below)

  • Multiply your run time by the daily watering index (See above)

Example: I water my lawn 9 min. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in the hottest part of summer.  

How long should I water in spring when the watering index is 60%?    

  • 9 minutes x .6 (Daily Index of 60%)= 5 minutes is your adjusted run time



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LET US DO THE MATH!

Create a customized watering schedule with this FREE watering calculator. 

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CLICK HERE


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SAMPLE SUMMER WATERING SCHEDULE

LANDSCAPE ZONE MINUTES WEEKLY
LAWN 27
SHRUBS & GROUND COVERS (SPRAY) 24
SHRUBS & GROUND COVERS (DRIP) 51

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Check Sprinklers for Leaks

Download a DIY Checklist HERE


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Try a Smart 

Weather Based Timer 

Learn more on our Control Your Controller Hub

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Convert to Drip Irrigation 

Find out more in our Video Resources Hub

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The Following Outdoor Water Uses Are Prohibited:

  • Washing down driveways and sidewalks with potable water.
  • Causing runoff as a result of excess outdoor watering.
  • Using a hose to wash a vehicle, unless the hose is fitted with a shut-off nozzle.
  • Using potable water in a fountain or decorative water feature, unless the water is recirculated.
  • Leaks must be fixed within 1 week.
  • Watering between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. and 48 hours after rain events.

Recommended Watering Schedule:

  • Residents are encouraged to water 1 day per week in the winter (Nov – March).Flowers
  • Residents are encouraged to water 3 days per week in the summer (Apr – Oct).
  • Use the watering calculator for lawn and shrub areas – times apply per irrigation zone.

Note: The watering day restrictions do not apply to low-flow drip irrigation (emitter must apply 2 gallons of water per hour or less), use of a hand-held bucket or a hand-held hose equipped with an automatic shut-off nozzle, or sites using recycled water.