This Winter Be Water Smart
Turn Off Your Irrigation Controller

Cooler soil and air temperatures along with shorter days that slow growth dramatically reduce plant and turfgrass requirements for water. In addition, soils loose less water to evaporation during the winter and when you factor in periodic rainfall, watering during a typical winter is almost always unnecessary.

During extended dry periods there may be an occasional need to water. This can usually be accomplished with manual operation. Just be sure to return your controller to the off position when weather conditions change.

So this winter, do your part and be water smart!

Water Wise Strategies for Winter Watering and Irrigation

• Utilize automated control systems
• Install rain / moisture shut off devices
• Water early in the morning to minimize the effects of wind and evaporation
• Water deeply and infrequently to encourage deeper rooting
• Avoid irrigation during the winter months
• Raise cutting heights to maximize water conservation
• Select drought avoidance varieties – such as Tall fescue
• Avoid turf in long narrow areas, which are difficult to irrigate efficiently
• Establish individual watering zones for turf and other landscapes areas
• Utilize repeat or soak cycles to minimize runoff