{"id":114353,"date":"2024-05-31T15:26:18","date_gmt":"2024-05-31T18:26:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=114353"},"modified":"2024-09-12T20:24:01","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T23:24:01","slug":"when-to-water-lawn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/colorado\/fort-collins-co\/when-to-water-lawn\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Water Your Lawn in Fort Collins"},"content":{"rendered":"

In general, a lawn in Fort Collins should be watered two days a week and as much as three days a week in the summer. The best time to water is early in the morning to prevent the water from evaporating before it gets to the roots.<\/p>

People often overwater or under-water their lawns, resulting in unsatisfactory results. Here\u2019s how much and how often you need to water your Fort Collins lawn so that it flourishes and stays green.<\/p>

Key Takeaways<\/h2>

Water in the morning. <\/strong>Water between midnight and 6.a.m., one to two times a week, perhaps three times a week in the summer.<\/p>

Give it a half inch to inch and a half of water.<\/strong> Some grasses may need more water, depending on the type.<\/p>

Check your sprinkler\u2019s flow rate.<\/strong> This will help you to water your lawn and plants correctly. You can also get a sprinkler system checkup.
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Be wise with your water usage.<\/strong> Overwatering is common, but harmful to plants and the environment. Consider xeriscaping to minimize the amount of water you use. You might even get paid for it by taking advantage of Fort Collins\u2019 incentive.<\/p>

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