{"id":5604,"date":"2016-07-27T16:00:08","date_gmt":"2016-07-27T19:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lawnstarter.wpengine.com\/?p=5604"},"modified":"2020-11-30T13:33:06","modified_gmt":"2020-11-30T16:33:06","slug":"5-lawn-watering-tips-in-tampa-fl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/tampa-fl\/5-lawn-watering-tips-in-tampa-fl\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Lawn Watering Tips in Tampa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Summers in Tampa are HOT and humid. We\u2019re sure you already knew that though! Despite the soaring temperatures, there are some things that you can do to make sure your lawn stays lush and green this summer. Here are some helpful lawn watering tips from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/tampa-fl-lawn-care\">Tampa lawn care<\/a> professionals at LawnStarter.<\/p> <h3>1. Water at the Appropriate Time<\/h3> <figure id=\"attachment_5610\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5610\" style=\"width: 770px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-5610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"close-up-sprinkler\" width=\"770\" height=\"513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray-83x55.jpg 83w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray-2000x1332.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/sprinklerspray.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5610\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo: Flickr \/ Frikjan<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure> <p>Watering at the right time is important for grass health. Watering too late at night can result in fungus and disease due to the moisture resting on the grass blade all night. Whereas watering in the heat of the day can actually damage the grass blade from the sun (the water droplets act as tiny magnifying glasses and can burn the grass blades). It\u2019s best to water between 4am and 8am to achieve the best results.<\/p> <h3>2. Avoid Over-Watering<\/h3> <p>It\u2019s better to water more, less frequently than watering a little bit every day. Watering less often allows the root system to become more drought resistant. You can avoid over-watering by setting a timer that automatically triggers and discharges your sprinkler system. Just make sure to adjust it by season so the appropriate amount of water is reaching the root system.<\/p> <h3>3. Water the Correct Amount<\/h3> <p>Most grass types need only about an inch of water per week. A good way to find out if you\u2019re watering deep enough is to set a can of tuna out in the lawn while you water. When the tuna can fills up you\u2019ll know that you\u2019ve successfully watered an inch and you can calibrate the sprinkler system to run that amount of time.<\/p> <p>If you already have an irrigation system make sure that it\u2019s calibrated in each zone correctly. It\u2019s important to deliver the right amount of water to each zone on the property to ensure the quality of the lawn is consistent.<\/p> <h3>4. Make the Most Out of Rain Water<\/h3> <figure id=\"attachment_5608\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5608\" style=\"width: 770px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/wet-lawn.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-5608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/wet-lawn-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"wet-lawn\" width=\"770\" height=\"578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/wet-lawn.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/wet-lawn-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/wet-lawn-73x55.jpg 73w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/wet-lawn-610x458.jpg 610w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/wet-lawn-800x600.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5608\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo: Flickr \/ Grace Kat<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure> <p>Make the most out of rainwater by being conservative and efficient with your watering resources. You can do this by turning downspouts from rain gutters toward areas that need watering. As an eco-friendly solution to drought spurts, collect such rainwater in barrels or use a surface pump. To be even more eco-friendly use solar powered surface pumps that hook up to your irrigation system. This is a great way to collect water and disperse throughout your yard while adhering to any local watering restrictions. Keep in mind that standing water makes a good place for mosquitoes to breed, so you shouldn\u2019t leave standing water on your property for long.<\/p> <h3>5. Mow the Grass at the Correct Height<\/h3> <p>Make sure that your grass is mowed to the right height (root depth is proportional to grass height). Grass that has a deep and extensive root system is stronger and can more easily withstand drought conditions. Each <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.wpengine.com\/tampa\/grass-types-tampa\/\">type of grass<\/a> will have a specific height range that allows it grow the most effectively. Remember to always follow the \u2153 rule; never cut off more than \u2153 of the grass blade at a time. This will keep the grass blades and root system healthy and will absorb the maximum amount of water.<\/p> <p>Following best watering practices is an easy and effective way to get the most out of your lawn care, especially during the hot and humid summers of Tampa, FL.<\/p> <p>Have questions about lawn care? Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/tampa-fl-lawn-care\">Tampa lawn care<\/a> page or share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summers in Tampa are HOT and humid. We\u2019re sure you already knew that though! 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