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07/17/2017

From Las Virgines Municipal Water District:

About 70% of drinking water delivered to customers is used for irrigation, and this use results in the most waste, due to inefficient watering methods and systems.

If you have turf, the simplest way to be efficient in your water use for irrigation is to reduce watering times to the point where it turns slightly brown.

- Make sure sprinklers are positioned correctly and are not watering the side of your house or sidewalks.

- Install drip irrigation or rotary nozzles that distribute water at a lower rate and deliver water directly to root zones, reducing runoff.

- Install a weather-based "smart" irrigation controller, which automatically adjust watering times based on weather conditions.

- Water between 5 pm and 10 am, when the temperature is cooler.

- Group plants with similar watering needs together and/or add low-water-use, native plants to your yard

- Do not water your lawn during or within 48 hours of rainfall.

07/12/2017

Gardeners have been debating the correct time of day to water for decades. If you were taught that midday watering leads to scorched leaves, you might be holding back water right when your plants need it the most. You are welcome to water your garden at the hottest point of the day, but first check your plants actually need more moisture.

http://homeguides.sfgate.com/can-water-garden-heat-day-76803.html

Gardeners have been debating the correct time of day to water for decades. If you were taught that midday watering leads to scorched leaves, you might be holding back water right when your plants ...

07/11/2017

DURING THE hottest part of the summer, it's especially important to make the most of every drop of water. With so much information available it can be challenging to separate fact from fiction. Here are five common myths about watering:

http://www.gardeners.com/how-to/top-watering-myths/7688.html

During the hottest part of the summer, it's especially important to make the most of every drop of water.

07/10/2017

https://bonnieplants.com/library/hot-summer-watering/

Watering the garden in hot weather is crucial. Learn the best ways to water your garden in the summertime so your plants will thrive.

07/01/2017

“Do not wait; the time will never be 'just right'. Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along.”

― Napoleon Hill

06/30/2017

Tips for starting your summer garden

http://www.mercurynews.com/2017/04/06/tips-for-starting-your-summer-garden/

Bed prep is essential in getting a good start.

06/29/2017

Summer Garden Checklist

http://www.bhg.com/gardening/yard/garden-care/summer-garden-checklist/

Use these timely guidelines to keep your garden looking beautiful through the summer.

06/28/2017

6 Gardening Tips for Hot Weather

http://gentleworld.org/gardening-tips-for-summer/

06/27/2017

"During these hot summer months, some of your plants will flourish, and others will struggle; but with some tender loving care, all should survive. Adequate water in the root zone area should be your greatest concern. However, do not waste water. Using plenty of mulch in the soil when you plant will stabilize soil temperature and help retain moisture. Using a layer of mulch on top of the soil will help to reduce the rate of evaporation. Watering early in the morning also reduces water losses due to evaporation. Many plants grow rapidly now, so fertilize regularly."

http://www.harlowgardens.com/summer-gardening-tips/

06/26/2017

Here's some gardening tips for your home garden

http://www.hgtv.com/design/outdoor-design/landscaping-and-hardscaping/14-simple-gardening-tips-and-tricks

From using leftover coffee beans to preventing dirt from getting underneath fingernails, master gardener Paul James shares his top 14 tips and shortcuts to make spring gardening a breeze.

06/25/2017

9 Water-Conserving Tips for Summer Gardening

http://www.popularmechanics.com/home/lawn-garden/how-to/g559/9-water-conserving-tips-for-summer-gardening/

Across the country, the heat is on. To keep your grass or your garden alive during the summer heat wave without driving your water bill to new heights, follow these tips.