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CONSERVE WATER <br />TO DO/Water efficiently to conserve water: <br />• Be sure to water properly: <br />• Choose the right size and type of sprinkler. <br />Those that mist lose a lot to evaporation. <br />• Water from 4-8 am <br />(Cooler, less windy, reduced sunlight -all reduce evaporation loss.) <br />• Do not water when it is windy or extremely hot. <br />Water evaporates before it reaches the roots. <br />• Sprinkle only plants - not pavement - to prevent unnecessary runoff. <br />• Water thoroughly to a depth of 5-6 inches. <br />(see Watering, pg 33) <br />• Rake in some compost to improve moisture retention and reduce the need for fertilizer. <br />• Let your grass grow longer to create a healthier root system. <br />(see LiLaC: Low Input Lawn Care, pg 37) <br />• Spread mulch around the base of flowers, shrubs, vegetables, and trees. <br />It keeps plants from losing water to evaporation and promotes plant growth. <br />(see Mulching, pg 30) <br />• Replace some of your thirsty lawn with other attractive landscape plants that require <br />less water. (see Landscape Design, pg 2) <br />FOR MORE INFORMATION: <br />- Visit the Metro WaterShed Partner's tips for keeping Minnesota Water Clean at <br />www.cleanwatermn.org <br />