Given the ongoing drought this may surprise you, but May is historically one of our wetter months. That makes it the perfect time to tackle these tasks:
- Make sure your irrigation system has a working rain sensor. If the sensor is more than five years old, it’s time to replace it.
- Refresh the mulch in your garden beds. Apply a generous layer so soil doesn’t show through. This discourages weeds, helps retain moisture and reduces the heat in your soil.
- Mind your irrigation settings. It’s not summer yet. Consider shorter run times or watering every other week to save.
And remember: Stage 2 watering rules are still in effect and being enforced. Make sure your irrigation system is set to water only on your day during the 7-11 hours.
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