As North Texas temperatures continue to climb, we want to remind you that proper watering is absolutely critical to maintaining a healthy, thriving lawn this summer. We cannot stress enough how important it is to adjust your watering schedule for our intense summer conditions.
Summer heat puts extraordinary stress on your lawn, causing soil to lose water faster than any other season. The key is watering each full-sun zone for approximately one hour per week, but timing and technique make all the difference.
Our Recommended Summer Watering Schedule:
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- Standard Sprinklers: Water twice per week in three 10-minute cycles at 2 AM, 4 AM, and 6 AM
- Shaded Areas: Reduce watering by 50% or more for heavily shaded sections
- Rotary Head Sprinklers: Increase to 15 minute run time (90 minutes per week)
- Drip Systems: Run for 10 minutes daily to maintain consistent soil moisture
Download Watering Guide (Below is a Tutorial on How To Program Your Sprinkler Controller for Summer Watering)
Why This Schedule Works for North Texas:
This carefully designed approach allows water to penetrate deeply into our clay-heavy soil, encourages deeper root growth for drought resilience, prevents water waste through runoff, and minimizes evaporation by watering during early morning hours.
For drip systems, remember to regularly check your garden beds and adjust timing if you notice consistently dry or overly saturated areas, as flow rates can vary.
Consistent, season-appropriate watering is the foundation of lawn health in our challenging North Texas climate. Proper summer watering prevents drought stress that weakens roots and leaves grass vulnerable to disease and pests.
With 45 years of local expertise, Village Green understands what it takes to keep North Texas lawns healthy year-round. If you need help developing a customized watering plan or have any lawn-related questions, please don’t hesitate to text or call us at 972-495-6990.
