Proper Summertime Water Management
Cool season turf requires about 1" of water/irrigation weekly to maintain quality aesthetics and active growth. (If you are irrigating the lawn yourself, I recommend splitting your weekly watering into two 1/2" irrigation cycles).
Before the heat of summer arrives each season - you should decide on one of the following watering practices; to either water consistently all season long, or to allow your lawn to go dormant as conditions get hot and dry.
It is IMPORTANT to choose one of those practices and stick to it. An inconsistent watering practice will only result in damage to your lawn.
The best time to water is between midnight and sunrise. This window of time yields the best opportunity to irrigate down to the root depth and allow the surface to dry out before the heat and humidity arrive after sunrise.
It is best to avoid watering your lawn during the heat of the day, but if you notice your lawn is starting to wilt ("footprint"- see picture below) in certain areas, allowing your irrigation to run for a few minutes to cool the surface is a good idea - to prevent damage to your lawn and/or turf loss.
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