Summer Irrigation Tips

May is here and that means summer is just around the corner. For us Californians, we know that the heat is on its way if it is not already here. For landscapers, property managers, and homeowners alike, we can expect the water bill to start to increase as the summer heat can put a lot of strain on plants. While the irrigation system works harder, know that the investment you put into summer care can help plants thrive in the long run. While it is important to keep your plants hydrated on your property throughout the summer, do not fear. Irrigation experts at Mission Landscape have some water-wise tips to help you mind that bill.

One of the number one factors to a large water bill is the plants used on a property. By renovating your landscape with more environmentally conscious plants you can reduce water consumption drastically. That typical lush grass is one of the most water craving plants around. Instead, try opting for fescue or ornamental grasses in its place. You can save money on your bill and reduce the amount of mowing and care needed to maintain grass. Options like this while still making your landscape stand out and save you money in the long run.

Another large factor in water consumption is the actual irrigation system used. Gone are the days of manual water systems. Today commercial irrigators are making the switch to Smart Controllers. Smart Controllers, when utilized properly, use data from local water districts to measure how much water your landscape needs. While the summer heat can scorch plants, you can relax knowing your irrigation system knows how much to water. With daily updates, your irrigation system will even know if it rained in the past 24 hours. This could prevent over-watering and reduce unnecessary run times.

Within our irrigation systems, we can always find efficiencies. Knowing how well your system is working is as important as knowing much water your plants need. Doing routine checks for leaks and damages is crucial to saving your water bill. Nothing is worse than literal money going down the drain. Proper spray patterns should also be taken into effect. These can ensure that water is being allocated throughout the property correctly instead of in just one area, which can make a huge difference on your water bill at the end of the month.

With a plan and an efficient system, irrigation nightmares can be solved. On much larger projects Mission has seen some astronomical savings. If you are looking to find efficiencies within your community’s irrigation systems, contact Mission Landscape’s Irrigation team.

At Mission Landscape, we are the experts in landscape architecture, landscape construction, commercial landscape maintenance, tree care, water management, mulch, and green waste recycling. We serve a multitude of areas in California including: Orange County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Sacramento County, and Imperial County.