current Watering Recommendations
Irrigation Advice |
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Landscapes need about 80 percent less water this time of the year than what they used in the summer. Shorter days and cooler nights in January mean less evaporation, which means plants retain their moisture for a longer period. |
Watering Method |
How Long? |
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Drip (desert friendly plants and trees) |
Water 30-45 Minutes per time |
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Sprinkler Spray (turfgrass) |
Water 7-10 minutes per time. |
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Sprinkler efficient rotating nozzles (turfgrass)
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Water 20-25 minutes per time |
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Hose Watering (trees and shrubs)
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Water 1-2 hours per time |
Current Restrictions
Avoid overspray, overflow and ice hazards- fines double during Drought Watch.
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