Summer in Middle Tennessee can be a challenging time for homeowners looking to keep their lawns looking lush and healthy. Extreme temperatures, drought, and other environmental stressors can take a toll on your grass, leaving it brown and brittle. Fortunately, with a few simple watering practices, you can help promote the growth of a healthy and resilient lawn. In this post, we'll share some essential tips for watering your lawn during the hot summer months in Middle Tennessee.
1. Water deeply and infrequently
First and foremost, avoid the temptation to frequently sprinkle your lawn with shallow watering. Instead, concentrate on deeply watering your lawn once or twice a week. Deep watering encourages the growth of deep roots, making your lawn more resilient and drought-tolerant. When you water frequently and shallowly, it encourages shallow roots rather than deep roots, leaving the grass more vulnerable to drought.
2. Water in the early morning
Watering in the early morning hours, before the hottest part of the day, will help your grass get the most from each watering. Cooling morning temperatures reduce the risk of water evaporation while blades of grass can still dry off before evening, reducing the risk of disease development. Early morning watering also reduces the risk of burning grass blades due to the hot sun.
3. Use a rain gauge or soil moisture sensor
To avoid overwatering or underwatering your lawn, it's important to accurately determine how much water your lawn needs regularly. Installing a reliable rain gauge or soil moisture sensor will help you determine when your lawn needs more water or when it's adequately hydrated. Overwatering or watering when your lawn doesn’t require it can be detrimental to your lawn's health, and both could lead to growth of the fungal disease.
4. Consider hiring a professional team
Sometimes, homeowners may not have adequate time or the expertise to care for their lawn adequately. Hiring a professional team can be beneficial to ensure your lawn gets enough water, and your garden stays lush and healthy throughout the summer. The team will assess how much water your lawn requires based on the weather patterns in your area, and they can also provide additional fertilization and other services to keep your lawn looking great.
Living in Middle Tennessee shouldn't mean your lawn has to suffer during the hot summer months. By following these tips, you can ensure that your lawn receives the care it needs to stay hydrated, lush, and healthy all summer long. Remember, deep watering, early morning watering, accurate moisture measurement, and consider hiring a professional team are some of the best practices to ensure your lawn thrives during the summer season.
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