July is Smart Irrigation Month! Here are some tips to saving water by planting right (from the Irrigation Association): 1. Landscape to suit your lot. 2. Keep soil healthy. 3. Mulch well around plants, bushes and trees. 4. “Hydro-zone” your yard. 5. Plant in spring or fall. 6. Save grass for functional areas. 7. Plant shade trees. 8. Maintain your yard regularly Find more on these and other tips at smartirrigationmonth.org/. Find more on these and other tips: •Landscape to suit your lot. Choose grass or plants that have low water requirements and will thrive in your local climate. Consider your lot’s exact features, including sun and shade, dry and damp areas, plant size, and how you plan to use each section of your yard. •Keep soil healthy. Aerating your lawn and around trees at least once a year helps improve
Posted on: Tue, 16 Jul 2013 19:05:44 +0000
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