How Often Should I Run My Irrigation?
Every landscaping is unique. Below is what we recommend for the normal Lowcountry landscaping. PLease note that:
Newly established landscapes will need MORE WATERING
Sandy soils may need MORE TIME
Heavy, poorly drained, clay soils will need LESS TIME
HAND WATER containers and bedding plants
At the beginning of each year, have an irrigation inspection complete to inspect all zones, heads, and drip lines for proper function.
MARCH
1 Day Per Week
Spray Zones: 10 Minutes
Rotor Zones: 20 Minutes
Drip Zones: 20 Minutes
**Do not run irrigation if it rains
MAY
3 Days Per Week
Spray Zones: 10 Minutes
Rotor Zones: 25-30 Minutes
Drip Zones: 30 Minutes
APRIL
2 Days Per Week
Spray Zones: 10 Minutes
Rotor Zones: 20 Minutes
Drip Zones: 20 Minutes
**Do not run irrigation if it rains
JUNE - SEPTEMBER
3-4 Days Per Week
Spray Zones: 10 Minutes
Rotor Zones: 30 Minutes
Drip Zones: 30 Minutes
**Delay watering 1-2 days after rainfall
OCTOBER
2 Days Per Week
Spray Zones: 10-15 Minutes
Rotor Zones: 30-40 Minutes
Drip Zones: 30 Minutes
**Delay watering 1-2 days after rainfall
NOVEMBER - FEBRUARY
Turn Off Irrigation Clocks
Normal landscaping will need watering 1 time every 10 days. Generally, rainfall will cover this but you may need to run an irrigation cycle in extended dry periods.