Am I required to water my lawn?
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Grass & Weeds
The City of Englewood does not have watering requirements for lawns.
Water-wise Landscaping Tips
- Don't drown your lawn: Avoid over-watering lawns and gardens. Water deeply, less often.
- Watch the clock: Water between 6 p.m. and 10 a.m. when the sun is low, winds are calm, and temperatures are cool to avoid evaporation.
- Raise the blade: Trim grass at a higher mower setting (at least 2½ to 3 inches).
- Check your sprinkler heads: At least once a month, check your sprinkler heads to make sure everything is working properly.
- Play the zone: Divide your yard and landscaping into separate irrigation zones so grass can be watered separately and more frequently than groundcovers, shrubs, and trees.
- You can never have too much mulch: Mulching around plants helps keep moisture in.
- Aerate: Aerate in the spring and in the fall.
- Fertilize: Use less nitrogen and use a slow-release application. Use formulas with higher phosphorous and potassium (like a winterizer fertilizer)
- Be rain smart: Adjust your irrigation system as the seasons and weather change. Don't water right after a heavy rain.
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Updated 11/5/2024 1:05 PM