100+ Ways To Conserve Water
When it comes to conserving water, small adjustments can have a big impact. Conserve water with ideas from our 100+ water-saving tips that you can download, print or share on social media.
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Use a rain barrel to harvest rainwater from gutters for watering gardens and landscapes.
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Use sprinklers that deliver big drops of water close to the ground. Smaller drops and mist often evaporate…
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For hanging baskets, planters and pots, put ice cubes on top of the soil to give your plants…
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Signs of overwatering: Leaves turn lighter shades of green or yellow, young shoots wilt, and sometimes algae or…
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Remember to periodically check your sprinkler system valves for leaks, and to keep sprinkler heads in good shape.
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Pruning properly can help your plants use water more efficiently.
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Apply water only as fast as the soil can absorb it.
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Look for WaterSense® labeled irrigation controllers.
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Spring is a great time to give your irrigation system a checkup to ensure it’s working efficiently.
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Use a trowel, shovel, or soil probe to examine soil moisture depth. If the top two to three…
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Water dry spot by hand instead of running the whole irrigation system longer.
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Timing is everything when it comes to irrigation. Learn how to set your controller properly.
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Use drip irrigation for shrubs and trees to apply water directly to the roots, where it’s needed.
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Minimize evaporation by watering during the early morning hours when temperatures are cooler and winds are lighter.
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If water runs off your lawn easily, split your watering time into shorter periods to allow for better…
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Water your plants deeply but less frequently to encourage deep root growth and drought tolerance.
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