Water once a week starting in November
By Karry Rathje
Nov. 1 marked the start of the late fall watering schedule in Washington County. The Washington County Water Conservancy District requests residents and businesses limit their landscape irrigating to one day per week throughout the month.
In addition, the district recommends the following cool-weather precautions:
—Check and repair broken or misaligned sprinkler heads or drip emitters.
—Add an extra layer of dirt or mulch to insulate exposed pipe and plant’s surface roots.
—Disconnect and drain water hoses not frequently used.
—Cover, wrap, or insulate faucets and exposed irrigation pipes, including backflow devices.
—Locate your water shut-off valve and learn how to turn water off completely in an emergency.
—Move container plants to areas with high levels of sunshine or indoors.
For watering lawns, the district recommends using the cycle-and-soak method of sprinkler watering. Running sprinklers in three cycles about an hour apart allows soil to absorb water slowly and deeply and reduces the risk of runoff or water waste. Water dry spots by hand.
“Watering landscapes effectively and efficiently is one of the easiest ways to conserve water,” said Ron Thompson, general manager of the district.
Residents can also learn more about water conservation programs, tips and rebates by visiting wcwcd.org/conservation/programs.
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