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For more information about using sprinklers and a drip system to properly water your lawn during all seasons, visit the links below.
- Check out this page from LandscapingNetwork.com to familiarize yourself with irrigation terms and definitions.
- In this guide from HGTV.com, you can gain valuable information that will help you care for your lawn all year around.
- At ThisOldHouse.com, you can get some great tips on creating a beautiful organic lawn around your home.
- Save water while keeping your plants healthy and moisturized with these tips from TheDailyGreen.com.
- Take a look at this manual from Rain Bird to see what goes into the design of an irrigation system.
Sprinkler Repair Inc is a full-service irrigation and landscape lighting company in Orlando, FL. Call us today at (407) 688-7674 to schedule a service call.
Last updated 9 days ago
Understanding how to recognize weeds in your lawn can help you spot them early, before they spread and take over your yard. Different weeds may require different approaches for proper removal.
In this video, you can learn how to spot a few different types of weeds, such as the broad-leafed dandelion, and learn about the specific techniques for their removal. Most weeds need to be completely removed, including their root systems. Some weeds can be difficult to remove even with the appropriate tools. Ground ivy and clover are best treated with herbicides, but do keep in mind that chemical weed removers are potent and potentially dangerous. Watch this clip to identify several types of weeds that may inhabit your lawn.
Sprinkler Repair Inc is a full-service irrigation and landscape lighting company in Orlando, FL. Call us today at (407) 688-7674 to schedule a service call.
Last updated 16 days ago
Using a lawn irrigation system provides you with many advantages. You can keep your lawn and landscaping looking healthy while saving water and being kinder to the environment. Lower water usage also means lower utility bills, which can bring a smile to any homeowner’s face. A fully featured lawn irrigation system will include both sprinklers and a drip system to take advantage of the benefits each type of irrigation has to offer.
- Sprinkler irrigations systems take the guesswork out of watering your lawn and landscape. Quality products provide tailored coverage for even the most uniquely shaped lawns and can be adjusted until you find the perfect height, spray pattern, and soil penetration.
- Taking advantage of advanced technology such as programmable irrigation systems and rain sensors can give you full control over your watering schedule. Many innovative systems allow you to program individual zones that receive water on their own schedules. This is ideal for plants or grasses with very specific needs and allows you increased versatility when designing and planting your landscape.
- Drip irrigation has its own advantages and offers an ideal way to provide a constant level of moisture for water-loving plants while conserving water at the same time. For more delegate flowers or garden plants, using a drip system in lieu of sprinklers can deliver water where it’s needed without damage or flooding.
Using drip and
sprinkler irrigation together to form a comprehensive irrigation system can keep your entire landscape of diverse plants and trees healthy in any season. You will enjoy lower water bills and knowing that you’re only using as much water as necessary.
Sprinkler Repair Inc is a full-service irrigation and landscape lighting company in Orlando, FL. Call us today at (407) 688-7674 to schedule a service call.
Last updated 22 days ago
Watering your lawn throughout the year will keep it healthy, but over- or under-watering can cause irrevocable damage from which your lawn may not recover. By using the appropriate lawn watering practices—or better yet, lawn irrigation—you can keep your lawn looking lush in any season. By using a sprinkler irrigation system that is programmed for every season, you can ensure your lawn gets the right amount of water to keep it healthy.
Spring and Early Summer
If you have freshly sown seeds or laid new turf, thoroughly water your lawn. Avoid mowing new grass until it has established itself during this period. For new lawns, continue watering during times of little to no rain, and use your irrigation system early in the morning or at night to avoid water loss due to evaporation. This is also a good time to feed your lawn, especially if you do not have rich soil.
Mid-Summer and Fall
Keep your lawn well watered during summer dry spells but be conscious of summer rains so you don’t over-water. Using a lawn irrigation system with rain sensors can help avoid this problem.
Watering your lawn in the morning is still a good practice during the hot summer; if you water the lawn in the afternoon, the water droplets can magnify the sunlight and actually burn the grass. You may wish to plant some shade trees or use umbrellas to shelter your lawn in summertime.
Winter
During winter, be especially careful not to over-water, but be aware of dry spells and keep your lawn from getting too thirsty. Remove any leftover leaves, branches, or other objects from your lawn so they do not get trapped under snow and cause bald patches.
Sprinkler Repair Inc is a full-service irrigation and landscape lighting company in Orlando, FL. Call us today at (407) 688-7674 to schedule a service call.
