NEW WATERING RESTRICTIONS

Here is a law that is a good idea. New rules will help people make sure they conserve water while promoting healthy landscapes. It is so unnecessary to water your lawn every day. In fact this promotes fungus in your lawn. Sometimes I see people with sprinklers on during the afternoon. This just wastes water as it gets evaporated before sinking to the grass roots. If you are using reclaimed water you don't have to worry about these new watering restrictions, otherwise pay attention to which day you are allowed to water because restrictions start with the time change.

All counties in Northeast Florida must water on Wednesday or Saturday if you have an odd numbered address. Even addresses can water on Thursday and Sunday during Daylight Saving Time. The two a day week allowance drops to one day a week during the cooler months of Eastern Standard Time. Business have a different set of watering days.

Watering should last no more than 1 hour per zone and the amount should be about 3/4" deep. Make sure to water before 10am or after 4 pm to avoid getting a citation. Full details can be found at the St. Johns River Water Management District. So much for Slip and Slide Tuesdays.