Watering Schedules for Cooler Weather [Sponsored]

Watering Schedules for Cooler Weather & Smart Controller Rebates [Sponsored]

The cooler weather means you can save water and money by reducing your watering schedule, plants need less water when it’s cooler and the best time to water outdoors is always during non-daylight hours. But remember to turn off irrigation for 48 hours after rainfall to reduce water waste.

During the months of February and March, watering your water efficient shrubs needs about .9 gallons a day, 3 days a week. Water efficient trees need about 18-21 gallons per day, 3-4 days a week, and non-desert, less water efficient trees need about 54 gallons per day, 3-4 days a week.

Take control by installing a smart controller, you can save up to 15,000 gallons of water per year and you may qualify for up to a $150 rebate. Eligible weather-based irrigation controllers use weather data (cellular, Wi-Fi or sensor) and have rain shut-off capability.

To check out the list of controllers that meet this requirement, go to mswd.org/rebates or scan the QR code.