Tip of the Week:

Here’s an easy way to determine if your lawn truly needs watering. Follow it to cut down on wasted water and money.

Walk across the lawn. If your footprints disappear quickly, you don’t need to water. If your footprints remain clearly visible for several minutes, the grass is thirsty.

Do this test in different areas of your lawn. Some sites, such as those in full sun or exposed to wind, may need water while others don’t.

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