{"id":3711,"date":"2016-03-16T19:24:36","date_gmt":"2016-03-16T22:24:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lawnstarter.wpengine.com\/?p=3711"},"modified":"2025-08-08T03:17:29","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T06:17:29","slug":"orlando-lawn-watering-restrictions-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/orlando-lawn-watering-restrictions-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Restrictions and Tips for Watering Your Orlando Lawn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Orlando\u2019s year-round watering restrictions can make lawn care stressful here, but we\u2019ll detail when and how to water your grass and how to save money on sprinkler updates.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Our guide includes Orlando\u2019s watering days by address and season, amount and time restrictions, all the important exemptions, and tips on how to make the most of the water you have access to \u2014 all you need to avoid the $25 to $1,000 fines per violation and keep a healthy lawn in Orlando.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-ed917e3c-598b-4502-b0e5-11bfd9f07e87\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">This article covers:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/orlando-lawn-watering-restrictions-tips\/#0-orlando-watering-restrictions\" style=\"\">Orlando Watering Restrictions<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/orlando-lawn-watering-restrictions-tips\/#3-local-differences-across-the-orlando-area\" style=\"\">Local Differences Across the Orlando Area<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/orlando-lawn-watering-restrictions-tips\/#4-essential-watering-tips-for-orlando-lawns\" style=\"\">Essential Watering Tips for Orlando Lawns<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/orlando-lawn-watering-restrictions-tips\/#15-faq-watering-your-orlando-lawn\" style=\"\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-orlando-watering-restrictions\">Orlando Watering Restrictions<\/h2>    <p>Most of the Greater Orlando area follows the St. John\u2019s River Water Management District (SJRWMD) restrictions with 1 to 2 days of irrigation a week.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-how-often-can-you-water-your-grass-in-orlando\">How Often Can You Water Your Grass in Orlando<\/h3>    <p>Homeowners in Orlando can turn their sprinkler systems on:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>2 days per week during<\/strong> <strong>Daylight Saving Time&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong>1 day per week during<\/strong> <strong>Eastern Standard Time<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>Each house has been allocated specific watering days by address number. Here\u2019s the Orlando watering schedule at the time of writing:<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Address Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>March 9 &#8211; November 1, 2025 (2 days a week)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>November 2 &#8211; March 7, 2026 (1 day a week)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Odd addresses (1,3,5,7,9) or no address<\/td><td>Wednesday &amp; Saturday<\/td><td>Saturday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Even addresses (2,4,6,8,0)<\/td><td>Thursday &amp; Sunday<\/td><td>Sunday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nonresidential properties<\/td><td>Tuesday &amp; Friday<\/td><td>Tuesday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><strong>Time restrictions: <\/strong>Watering is prohibited between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Maximum duration:<\/strong> 1 hour per sprinkler zone per watering day<br><strong>Maximum amount:<\/strong> No more than 3\/4 inch of water per zone per irrigation day&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong>These restrictions apply to all water sources,<\/strong> including:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Private wells and pumps<\/li>    <li>Ground and surface water (including ponds)<\/li>    <li>Water from public or private utilities&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>If you fail to follow these water restrictions, you may be subject to a fine of $25 to $1,000 per violation. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sjrwmd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SJRWMD website<\/a> periodically for the most recent information.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-exemptions-to-the-watering-restrictions\">Exemptions to the Watering Restrictions<\/h3>    <p>Several situations allow for<strong> additional watering<\/strong> outside the standard schedule:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>New landscaping: <\/strong>You can water newly planted grass daily for the first 30 days and then every other day for an additional 30 days, for a total of 60 days of exemption.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Chemical treatments:<\/strong> Watering in fertilizers and other chemicals is allowed within 24 hours of application, with a limit of 1\/4 inch of water.<\/li>    <li><strong>Sprinkler system repairs<\/strong>: Allowed anytime, but no more than 20 minutes per zone.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>Plants can be watered at <strong>any time on any day<\/strong> if using:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Hand-held hose with an automatic shut-off trigger<\/li>    <li>Drip, bubbler, micro-spray or micro-jet irrigation<\/li>    <li>Discharge from air-conditioning units<\/li>    <li>Reclaimed water (varies by city, check local restrictions)<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-local-differences-across-the-orlando-area\">Local Differences Across the Orlando Area<\/h2>    <p>Water restrictions and fines can vary across the Orlando Metropolitan area among counties, but also in:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.lakecountyfl.gov\/media\/kgqd5z5q\/water_restrictions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lake County:<\/a> Fines for subsequent violations can reach $1,000 (standard SJRWMD fine is $25 per violation).<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seminolecountyfl.gov\/departments-services\/environmental-services\/water-conservation\/watering-restrictions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seminole County<\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Watering restrictions also apply to reclaimed water.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/cityofwinterpark.org\/docs\/departments\/water-wastewater-utilities\/water-conservation-information\/florida-water-restrictions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winter Park<\/a>:<strong> <\/strong>The<strong> <\/strong>exemption for newly planted grass and landscaping is limited to 30 days instead of 60.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cwgdn.com\/351\/Water-Conservation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winter Garden<\/a>:<strong> <\/strong>Watering restrictions also apply to reclaimed water.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-essential-watering-tips-for-orlando-lawns\">Essential Watering Tips for Orlando Lawns<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-1-avoid-overwatering\">1. Avoid Overwatering<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/overwatered-small.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"An overwatered lawn with sparse grass and a puddle.\" class=\"wp-image-137425\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7777777777777777;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/overwatered-small.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/overwatered-small-300x149.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/overwatered-small-656x326.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/overwatered-small-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/overwatered-small-768x382.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overwatered lawn. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/too-much-water-on-a-turf-of-new-grass\/434751881?prev_url=detail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Frank H.<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>About <strong>3\/4 inch of water per session<\/strong> is enough to keep local lawns thriving, but many homeowners tend to overwater, according to the University of Florida (UF)&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>The highest users in Orange County spend 72% of their drinking water on lawn irrigation, a <a href=\"https:\/\/edis.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/AE561\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2021 study<\/a> published by UF shows. Overwatering reduces drought tolerance and exposes lawns to fungal diseases, pests, and weeds.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-2-measure-your-water-output\">2. Measure Your Water Output<\/h3>    <p>To save water outdoors, figure out how long you should water to achieve 1\/2 to 3\/4 inch of water.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Put empty tuna cans around the yard within range of your sprinkler. Turn on the sprinkler for 30 minutes, then gauge the amount of water in each can:&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>If it\u2019s 3\/4 inch of water, then you need to water the lawn for 30 minutes.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>If it\u2019s more or less than 3\/4 inch of water, do the math to reach the 3\/4 target.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>For a detailed guide on the tuna can test (also called a catch can test), follow the steps here to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-long-to-water-lawn-summer\/#1-calculate-your-lawn%E2%80%99s-watering-duration\">calculate how long to water<\/a> your lawn.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-3-mow-at-the-right-height\">3. Mow at the Right Height<\/h3>    <p>\u201cOne of the biggest lawn mowing mistakes I see Orlando homeowners make is mowing the grass way too low and pairing that with over-watering\u201d, says <strong>Orlando LawnStarter Pro<\/strong> <strong>Vincente Vazquez of Cutting Edge Professional Landscaping.<\/strong><\/p>    <p>Mow your Orlando lawn close to the highest recommended height. Grass with deeper roots is more drought-resistant and needs less water.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/lawn-mowing-mistakes\/\">13 Common Lawn Mowing Mistakes<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/warm-season-grass-growing-guide\/\">Guide to Growing Warm-Season Grasses<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-mow-a-lawn\/\">How to Mow a Lawn the Right Way<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-4-water-early-in-the-morning\">4. Water Early in the Morning<\/h3>    <p>Watering in the early morning, between 4 a.m. and 9 a.m., minimizes evaporation and allows foliage to dry before heat sets in, reducing disease risk, lawn care pro Vazquez says.<\/p>    <p>Mornings are cooler and less windy, so more water will reach the soil and the grass roots. Avoid watering during midday heat, as more than 30% of the water is lost to evaporation.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-time-to-water-your-grass\/\">Best Time to Water Your Lawn<\/a><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-5-adjust-watering-systems-by-season\">5. Adjust Watering Systems by Season<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"604\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Irrigation-system-timer.jpeg\" alt=\"A person adjusts an automatic sprinkler system timer on a wall.\" class=\"wp-image-120081\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Irrigation-system-timer.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Irrigation-system-timer-300x227.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Irrigation-system-timer-150x113.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Irrigation-system-timer-768x580.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/automatic-electric-outdoor-irrigation-timer-closeup-of-male-hand-setting-programmable-lawn-watering-system\/288774206?asset_id=288774206\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scott Habermann<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>In Orlando\u2019s climate, turfgrass water needs shift with the season, so adjust the irrigation timer accordingly:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Summer: <\/strong>Water twice a week during dry spells<\/li>    <li><strong>Fall and spring:<\/strong> Reduce to once weekly<\/li>    <li><strong>Winter<\/strong>: Water once every other week while warm-season grasses are dormant<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-6-check-your-rain-sensor-\">6. Check Your Rain Sensor&nbsp;<\/h3>    <p>By law, all automatic sprinkler systems in Florida must have working rain sensors \u2013 otherwise, you\u2019re watering during storms and wasting water and money.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Test your rain sensor once a year. Broken sensor? <a href=\"http:\/\/www.occonservewater.net\/programs\/incentive\/rainsensor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orange County Utilities Water Division<\/a> gives you a replacement rain sensor at no charge.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-7-audit-your-irrigation-system\">7. Audit Your Irrigation System<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/irrigation-system-worker.jpg\" alt=\"A technician inspects an irrigation system on green lawn.\" class=\"wp-image-137249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/irrigation-system-worker.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/irrigation-system-worker-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/irrigation-system-worker-656x370.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/irrigation-system-worker-150x85.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/irrigation-system-worker-768x433.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/technician-installing-garden-irrigation-system-on-green-lawn-with-tools-and-hose-during-sunny-day-maintenance-work\/1571170130\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">David Zarzosa<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Leaks and damaged sprinkler heads can fill your Orlando lawn with brown patches and fungal diseases. To ensure water goes where it\u2019s needed, check your irrigation system every spring:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Look for leaks, clogged, or broken sprinkler heads<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-adjust-repair-lawn-sprinkler-heads\/\">Adjust sprinkler heads<\/a> to water the grass uniformly<\/li>    <li>Adjust the irrigation timer to the season<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/sprinkler-repair-price\/\">Sprinkler repairs cost<\/a> <strong>$130 to $360<\/strong> on average, but will save you thousands in the long run.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-8-use-rebates-to-upgrade-your-watering-system\">8. Use Rebates to Upgrade Your Watering System<\/h3>    <p>Here are some opportunities available at the time of the writing:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Orange County Utilities Water Division:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.occonservewater.net\/programs\/incentive\/nozzles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free high-efficiency water nozzles<\/a> to replace standard models<\/li>    <li><strong>Orlando Utilities Commission Programs:<\/strong> $200 back for buying a cistern to collect rainwater and 100% back (up to $200) for a smart irrigation controller&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-9-understand-your-soil-type\">9. Understand Your Soil Type<\/h3>    <p>Like most of Central Florida, Orlando has sandy soils that absorb water quickly but lose it just as fast, testing your grass\u2019s drought tolerance.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>\u201cKeep the grass hydrated; even with the rain, the heat dries the grass pretty quickly,\u201d says <strong>Orlando LawnStarter Pro Andres Vera of Vera Lawns<\/strong>. Brief rain showers are less effective on sandy soils than on clay-rich soils, which retain moisture longer. Monitor your lawn for signs of drought stress and water if you see discoloration, wilting, or footprints that don\u2019t bounce back.<\/p>    <p>To improve its water retention, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-amend-sandy-soil\/\">amend sandy soil<\/a> with organic compost or biochar, and leave grass clippings as mulch on the lawn.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-10-consider-drought-tolerant-alternatives\">10. Consider Drought-Tolerant Alternatives<\/h3>    <p>Save water by converting some of your Orlando lawn into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/low-maintenance-landscaping-orlando\/\">low-maintenance landscaping<\/a> with beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-drought-tolerant-ground-covers\/#8-best-drought-tolerant-ground-covers-for-southeastern-humid-regions\">drought-tolerant ground covers<\/a> and resilient <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/native-plants-florida\/\">Florida native plants<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>St. Augustine is a water-thirsty grass. If you must replant the lawn due to extended chinch bug or root rot damage, consider replacing it with a more drought-tolerant alternative such as Bermuda, Zoysia, or bahia.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/type-grass-plant-orlando\/\">5 Best Grass Types in Orlando<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-faq-watering-your-orlando-lawn\">FAQ: Watering Your Orlando Lawn<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753842287761\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Much Water Should I Put on My Orlando Lawn?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Applying 1\/2 to 3\/4 inch of water each time you irrigate is sufficient for most lawns in Florida. It is important to soak the root zone and allow the soil to dry to promote strong, healthy grass.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1753842293025\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Often Should I Water My Orlando Lawn?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The average is two days a week, but this depends on the type of grass, shade, time of year, soil type, and your location within the state.<br\/><br\/>UF recommends homeowners wait until they see that their lawn needs watering. Watch for these indications: bluish-gray turf, bent grass blades, or visible footprints left on your lawn.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-hire-a-pro-to-care-for-your-orlando-lawn\">Hire a Pro to Care For Your Orlando Lawn<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"926\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/lawn-in-Orlando-FL.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"Front yard of suburban Orlando home with green lawn, palm tree, manicured shrubs, and light-colored stucco house exterior.\" class=\"wp-image-137252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/lawn-in-Orlando-FL.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/lawn-in-Orlando-FL-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/lawn-in-Orlando-FL-656x506.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/lawn-in-Orlando-FL-150x116.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/lawn-in-Orlando-FL-768x593.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/lawn-in-Orlando-FL-928x716.jpg 928w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A lawn maintained by a LawnStarter pro in Orlando, FL. Photo Credit: LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Your Orlando lawn can look fantastic even with the mandatory water restrictions. All you need is to take care of your grass, know your soil, and get a handle on your sprinkler system\u2019s ins and outs.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If this still sounds complicated, don\u2019t sweat it. Hire one of LawnStarter\u2019s&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/orlando-fl-lawn-care\">Orlando lawn care pros<\/a> to keep your grass green and healthy. All you\u2019ll have to do then is keep your grass watered or set your smart sprinkler to take care of that for you.<\/p>    <p>LawnStarter has lawn care pros all over the Orlando metro area. If you live in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/winter-park-fl-lawn-care\">Winter Park<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/kissimmee-fl-lawn-care\">Kissimmee<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/apopka-fl-lawn-care\">Apopka<\/a>, our local lawn care pros will keep your yard looking great.<\/p>    <p>Oh, and LawnStarter\u2019s lawn mowing pros do more than just cut grass. Some of our Orlando lawn care pros also install sprinkler systems and repair sprinklers. It\u2019s easy to book additional services in our app, by logging into your online account, or by calling Customer Service.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>Read Next:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/spring-lawn-care-tips-orlando\/\">Spring Lawn Care Tips for Orlando<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/winter-lawn-care-orlando\/\">Winter Lawn Care in Orlando, FL<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/basic-secrets-lawn-care-in-orlando\/\">10 Basic Secrets to Lawn Care in Orlando, FL<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/orlando-fl\/reasons-to-care-for-orlando-lawn\/\">8 Reasons to Care for Your Orlando Lawn<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-85ed0ca9-50ee-4979-b14e-9d83a08de9ce\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-85ed0ca9-50ee-4979-b14e-9d83a08de9ce\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-85ed0ca9-50ee-4979-b14e-9d83a08de9ce\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-85ed0ca9-50ee-4979-b14e-9d83a08de9ce\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/www.occonservewater.net\/programs\/incentive\/nozzles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">High-Efficiency Nozzle Program<\/a>.\u201d Orange County Utilities Water Division.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/cityofwinterpark.org\/docs\/departments\/water-wastewater-utilities\/water-conservation-information\/florida-water-restrictions.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Memorandum<\/a>.\u201d\u00a0 City of Winter Park Water &amp; Wastewater Utilities.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/www.occonservewater.net\/programs\/incentive\/rainsensor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rain Sensor Replacement Program<\/a>.\u201d Orange County Utilities Water Division.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ouc.com\/solutions-programs\/savings\/rebates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rebates for Efficiency Upgrades<\/a>.\u201d Orlando Utilities Commission.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cwgdn.com\/351\/Water-Conservation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Water Conservation<\/a>.\u201d City of Winter Garden.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.ifas.ufl.edu\/news\/2022\/03\/22\/water-conservation-starts-with-irrigation-report-finds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Water Conservation Starts With Irrigation, Report Finds<\/a>\u201d. 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