North Center Revitalization Assoc. (NCRA)

Lanscape Watering

Lanscape Watering

The average start date of the monsoon season is July 7 and with our recent
climb in humidity and cloud build-up, it seems we may be close. The season
can typically last through mid-September with rainfall during this period
averaging 2.65 inches. Remember that higher humidity may be hard on us but
it is easier on plants. These recommendations are for plants that are
established in the landscape (in the ground about 2 years).

Lawn watering:
Summer grass (Bermuda) - once every 3 days
Overseeded cool season grass (rye) – grass dies out
If trees and shrubs are on the same valve:
Desert Adapted - once every 14 days
High Water Use - once every 7 days
Tree watering:
Desert Adapted - once every 16 days
High Water Use - once every 8 days
Shrub watering:
Desert Adapted - once every 12 days
High Water Use - once every 5 days
Groundcover and vine watering:
Desert Adapted - once every 12 days
High Water Use - once every 4 days
Cacti and succulent watering - once every 21 days
Annuals watering - once every 2-3 days

**Reduce your landscape watering 30 to 50 percent by adjusting your
irrigation each season.**

“Landscape Watering by the Numbers: A Guide for the Arizona Desert” will
help you determine how much water to apply and how long to run your system.
Visit the interactive web site at http://www.wateruseitwisely.com or
request a free copy of the booklet at
http://www.cityofmesa.org/utilities/conservation/publications_main.asp

Bonus tip: Summer is a great time to convert your grass to Xeriscape.
Looking for 10 good reasons to do so? Visit
http://www.cityofmesa.org/utilities/conservation/default.asp

Note: These recommendations are a general guideline only and may need to be
modified for your specific site conditions.