Water in the mornings:<\/strong> 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. is optimal. Avoid watering midday; the sun will evaporate much of the moisture before your grass gets what it needs.<\/p> Signs of drought:<\/strong> Blades will turn bluish-gray and the grass will lose its elasticity when your lawn is thirsty.<\/p> When you turn on the sprinkler system, water deeply but not frequently. How often you should water depends upon several things: the weather, the season, the type of grass in your lawn, and your soil composition.<\/p> In general, the warm-season grasses in most Florida lawns need an inch to inch and a half of water a week during the hot weather, whether from rainfall or irrigation.<\/p> But North Florida\u2019s weather is pretty fickle. We have periods of heavy rain followed by periods of very dry weather, or even drought. This should be your approach for each period:<\/p> Your lawn typically needs more water in the warm-weather months than in the winter for one simple reason: The sun is brutally hot in Panama City in the spring, summer, and early fall, and it can scorch and kill grass that doesn\u2019t get enough water. <\/p> In June, July, and August, temperatures average 90 degrees and it rains an average of nine or 10 days a month, or about one third of the time during the hottest period of the year. That means you’ll almost certainly need to provide your lawn some additional water.<\/p> We recommend:<\/p> The only grass types adapted to Panama City<\/a> are warm-season grasses. Each variety of warm-season grass has different watering needs.<\/p> The kind of soil in your yard determines how well your lawn retains moisture. <\/p> Clay Soil<\/strong>. On the one end of the spectrum, clay is dense, so water doesn\u2019t seep into the ground and get to the roots of plants as easily as it does with other soils. If your yard has a lot of clay, you may need to water less frequently.<\/p> Sandy Soil<\/strong>. On the other end of the spectrum, sandy soils are loose, so water flows through very quickly \u2013 sometimes too quickly for grass to make good use of the moisture before it\u2019s gone. If you have sandy soil, you may need to water more frequently. <\/p> Loamy Soil<\/strong>. Loamy soil combines sand\u2019s drainage qualities and clay\u2019s water retention qualities, providing the proper balance for your grass. Lawns with loamy soil need about \u00bd inch of water twice a week to stay resilient throughout the hot months.<\/p> In general, soil in North Florida has more clay than elsewhere in the state, but that doesn\u2019t mean YOUR yard has clay. The best way to tell is to have a soil sample analyzed by the local Extension office. Then, you can plan your watering schedule and perhaps even improve the composition by adding soil amendments<\/a>.<\/p> Early morning is the best time of day to water your lawn in Panama City, typically between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m<\/strong>. The air is cooler at this time, humidity is lower, and the sun is not yet beating down on your lawn with all its might. <\/p> The closer you get to midday, the more water will be evaporated by the sun\u2019s powerful heat.<\/p> If you\u2019re not an early riser, you can also water in the evening, when the sun has started to retreat for the day. Don\u2019t water after dark, however, because water that sits on grass all night can cause fungus to develop in your grass and invite pests.<\/p> Having a watering schedule is good, but be flexible. Your grass will tell you if it needs water. Here are some signs your lawn needs irrigation<\/a>:<\/p> Panama City does not have permanent watering restrictions. However, because Florida is prone to drought, local or state authorities may occasionally impose watering restrictions on homeowners. These restrictions may limit the number or days you can water, the times of days you can water, and even the precise days you can water.<\/p> When restrictions are in place, advisories will be posted on the City of Panama City<\/a> website or the Suwannee River Water Management District<\/a> website.<\/p> You should generally water each zone of your lawn 15 to 30 minutes at a time. <\/p> Generally, once a week in the winter and two to three times a week in the high heat of summer. But watch your grass for signs that it needs more or less water. Signs of drought include wilting blades, bluish-gray color, and slower recovery from foot traffic.<\/p> Yes. Applying fertilizer makes the grass grow faster, which also makes it thirstier. Applying fertilizer at the wrong time of year can make your grass use too much water. See our optimal lawn fertilization schedule for Florida<\/a> to make sure you\u2019re fertilizing at the best time of year.<\/p> Achieving a great lawn is a rewarding experience, but getting there takes real work and a fair amount of knowledge about how to water, fertilize, mow, and troubleshoot grass problems. LawnStarter makes it easy. Our pros are experienced, knowledgeable and dependable. And booking a pro<\/a> couldn\u2019t be easier.<\/p> How Often Should You Water Your Panama City Lawn?<\/h2>
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