Скачать или смотреть Lawn Maintenance Series E4 – How to Save Water / World First for Water Efficient Turf Grass

Welcome to episode 4 of our video series outlining the key areas of lawn maintenance. In this episode we cover tips to ensure a water efficient and environmentally friendly lawn.

Advice on watering lawns can differ substantially depending on who you ask, and more often than not, more water is used than is required.

Most common lawn types in Australia can survive extended periods of drought. They will lose colour, becoming brown and dry, with little to no leaf growth, but they will generally sit dormant until the next rain or irrigation event.

With a clever choice of lawn and the correct preparation you can keep watering to a minimum once your lawn is established.

TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda has recently received certification and is the first and only turfgrass to ever receive the Smart Approved WaterMark in Australia and across the world.

The Smart Approved WaterMark is a water conscious certification provided to products so that consumers can identify and access the most water efficient products available on the market, so with TifTuf you know you are getting the best of the best when it comes to saving water.

A common question we get asked here at Lawn Solutions Australia is, “how do I know if I am watering my lawn enough?” – The answer to this question can be quite different due to a variety of factors.

Some of these factors include:
• The climate in your area and the season
• Lawn variety and its drought tolerance
• Environmental factors such as how much sun, shade, wind or heat there is in your garden and your area
• The overall health of your lawn

When should I water my lawn?
The simple answer is – when your lawn needs it. It is important that you only irrigate when there is not enough rainfall to meet the needs of your lawn. When you do water, do so within the rules outlined by local water restrictions.

A common misconception is that a drought tolerant lawn won’t go brown. Drought tolerance relates to a turf varieties ability to recover after extended periods without irrigation. Some grasses will survive in extreme conditions with minimal water, but not look their best, while others will look better for longer, but can die without adequate water.

How do I know if my lawn needs watering? Just look for the tell-tale signs:
• Leaf is wilting or losing colour.
• If you walk across your lawn and leave a footprint behind, then your lawn is likely lacking in water. If it bounces back, your lawn should be well hydrated. This is known as the footprint test.
• During hot weather, if it’s dry and crusty, taking on a brown colour, there’s a good chance it needs water.

The best time to water your lawn is early morning or late in the afternoon/early evening, when there is no wind and less chance of water loss due to heat related evaporation. In humid areas, avoid late afternoon or early evening watering as this can increase the chance of fungal diseases. Early morning is best.

By utilising these tips, you can ensure your lawn has the ideal amount of moisture and all water consumption is limited to what is required and effective.