This article offers tips on watering your lawn in the wintertime.
Lawn maintenance in the winter can be a challenging and active affair. It’s hard to determine what will inevitably droop, and what can be saved with proper care. If you have experienced the discouraging sight of a plant graveyard when springtime arrives, you know the importance of proper watering in winter. This article offers tips on watering your lawn in the wintertime.
When to Water in the Wintertime
You should prioritize watering your lawn in the winter on warmer days, preferably when the temperature is above 40°F, and the soil is not frozen. This allows the earth to absorb the water and nutrients it holds. However, you must be careful not to over-water during the cold season, as watering your lawn excessively, combined with over-frozen soil, could cause flooding. This could also potentially flash-freeze your plant’s root systems. In Maryland, you should typically water one to two times monthly between November and April, around midday, for proper soakage.
What to Water During the Cold Season
When watering your lawn in the wintertime, it’s critical to water newly planted trees, plants, and shrubs. You must also pay attention to established trees, particularly those in sunny and windy areas. If a tree is not obtaining sufficient water in winter, it can cover its root systems to seek moisture. As a result, this often wraps around irrigation or plumbing pipes in its quest for water, possibly causing significant damage.
How to Water
Most homeowners watering their lawns in the wintertime will have to use a hose-end sprinkler because irrigation systems must be turned off and winterized during the cold season. To winterize your lawn, take the time to allow water to soak into the soil when watering in the winter. To accurately determine how long to water, insert a measuring cup in the area you are watering. You have watered enough when the level fills to between 0.5 and 1″ deep. Make sure to remove the hose from the spigot after watering to prevent frost damage.
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