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AUTOMATIC LAWN WATERING SYSTEMS <br /> <br />An automatic timer is part of most buried sprinkler systems, but can be added to any sprinkler <br />system for a very low cost. Automatic timers make it easy to set sprinkling systems to apply <br />specified amounts of water during the best times of the day. <br /> <br />· Set systems to mm on between 4:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. in the morning. <br /> Set the system to turn on for three I 0 minute sessions with each session 4/2 hour apart to <br /> improve water infiltration and reduce runoff. <br /> Equip the system with moisture sensors so the system does not mm on when it is mining. <br /> Set the automatic timer to water every 3 or 4 days adjusting the time and frequency, as <br /> needed, to accommodate changes in Seasonal water demand. <br /> <br />WATERING RESTRICTIONS <br /> <br />Local watering restrictions are sometimes necessary due to limited treatment capacity or reduced <br />water supplies caused by mechanical problems or drought conditions. Water efficient lawn <br />watering practices can help reduce the need for watering restrictions and expensive expansions <br />to the water system. Here are a few recommendations in the event lawn watering restrictions are <br />needed. <br /> <br /> Water less frequently and gradually reduce the amount of water. This will help reduce <br /> stress and condition the tuff if a total ban on lawn watering becomes necessary. <br /> Reduce the amount of foot traffic allowed on the lawn as much as possible. <br /> Allow the ~ass to grow longer to reduce moisture loss from the soil. <br /> <br />NEW LAWNS AND LANDSCAPING ALTER.NATIVES <br /> <br />Adding organic matter before seeding will help improve water and nutrient retention. <br />Reduce water requirements by using drought-tolerant ~ass seed and sod. <br />Reduce turf areas by planting drought-tolerant trees, shrubs and plants. <br /> <br />DNR WATERS <br /> <br />Visit our website <br /> <br />-3417 <br /> <br /> <br />