The fall season in Texas brings colder temperatures, affecting how often you should water your lawn. Watering your lawn is key to keeping it healthy and lush throughout the year. But if you’re watering too much or not enough, you could do more harm than good.
During the fall season, there’s a period where you may have to stop watering your lawn. Plants and grasses already have enough moisture so you should pause on watering during this time to prepare for winter. If you continue to water your lawn through this transition, you may end up with an overgrown, overwatered, and unhealthy lawn.
When Is The Right Time To Stop Watering Your Lawn?
The best time to stop watering your lawn is when the weather gets cold. Your best bet is to stop watering once the air and soil temperatures consistently fall below 40 F.
When the weather starts hitting these temperatures, the soil won’t be able to absorb the water anymore. There is less sunshine that helps water to evaporate. So when you continue to water your yard as you would during the summertime, your plants might die.
However, not all places should stop watering their lawn during the fall. Remember that different areas have different weather conditions. In other states like California, where it doesn’t get freezing during the fall and winter, people don’t need to worry about stopping watering their lawns. Still, it’s a good idea to reduce the amount of water you put into your yard.
Sprinkler Care in the Fall
Good sprinkler care is one way to ensure that your lawn receives the proper amount of water in the fall. Sprinkler systems control the flow of water on your lawn, allowing you to adjust the volume according to the needs of your plants.
Here are some tips on how to do it:
1. Inspect your sprinkler system.
Sprinkler systems have various components, from valves to sprinkler heads to pipes. To ensure your system works correctly, you must inspect each part thoroughly.
For instance, check whether the sprinklers are working correctly by ensuring they’re spraying water at appropriate heights. Also, make sure that the sprinkler head isn’t clogged.
2. Clean your sprinkler heads.
During the summer months, dirt may accumulate inside your sprinkler system, making it harder for the water to come out and hydrate your lawn. You can clean your sprinkler heads by removing the cap and using a brush to remove debris.
3. Adjust your system accordingly.
As mentioned above, the fall season brings cooler temperatures. This means that your lawn will require less water. Therefore, you’ll want to reduce your sprinkler heads' water. This will prevent overwatering your lawn. Overwatering your lawn can lead to root rot, diseases, and other problems.
Fall Sprinkler System Care with Texas Rainmakers
Texas Rainmakers provides 5-star sprinkler repair, installation, backflow testing, and more sprinkler services for homes and businesses in Humble, TX. Our team has years of experience in providing quality sprinkler care, and we know what it takes to keep your sprinkler system in good working order so that your lawn stays healthy and green throughout the year. Contact us today at 281-852-4331 to get started with your lawn sprinkler care for fall.
