As we all know, watering is a very important process in caring for our lawn. Without water, the grass won’t grow healthy and a beautiful lawn won’t be the result.

There are two types of watering. The first is establishment watering, done by watering everyday, preferably three times a day for short periods of time. If you have an automatic watering system, set it to water in the morning, in the early afternoon, and at 6 or 7 o’clock at night.  If you water by hand, water until the point of runoff. do this everyday until the new grass is out of the ground and has grown to around three inches tall.

The mowing will then start at this stage. Remember to let the ground dry before mowing.

After mowing, start watering again, only with half the amount of water compared to establishment watering. Maintenance watering is done by watering every other day, and in longer periods of time. Gradually change your watering schedule to once or twice a week only, and in longer periods of time, enough to soak the ground to six inches deep.

Do not water at night at this stage. Watering at night will encourage the growth of fungus, which can kill the new grass. When fungus grows on your lawn, your grass will look like it needs more water. However, more water will bring about more fungal growth. When this happens, it is advised that you get help from a local lawn spray company.

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