current Watering Recommendations
Irrigation Advice |
|
Watering Method |
How Long? |
Drip (desert friendly plants and trees) |
W45-60 Minutes per time |
Sprinkler Spray (turgrass) |
7-10 minutes per time. |
Sprinkler efficient rotating nozzles (turfgrass) |
20-25 minutes per time |
Hose Watering (trees and shrubs) |
1-2 hours per time |
Current Restrictions
Avoid overspray and overflow- fines double during Drought Watch.
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