How to Conserve
Watering
Plant watering needs vary from season to season. Regularly adjusting your irrigation schedule is an easy way to save water and money and helps ensure your plants get the right amount of water to thrive. Adjust irrigation frequency at least four times a year to account for differences in seasonal watering needs.
October Tips
Sign up to receive free monthly outdoor watering reminders from AMWUA by texting WHENTOWATER to 1-844-416-1428.
Cooler temperatures mean landscapes need less water. Move to the fall schedule, reduce watering frequency, and continue watering deeply. Avoid watering from 9 AM to 6 PM and adjust sooner if cooler or rainy weather arrives.
The following guidelines cover irrigation scheduling by season. New plants require more water until they become established. Watch your plants for signs of stress, especially in the summer.
Simplified Watering Guidelines
Go Deeper in Details
Looking for more information on irrigation systems and how to water? These guides have what you need.
Additional Resources
SMART HOME WATER GUIDE
Take a few minutes to check your irrigation system. Just turn it on and walk around your yard to make sure everything is working as it should. This is a good way to spot leaks early and fix them before they waste water. You can find help in AMWUA's Smart Home Water Guide, which provides easy steps to help you discover typical leaks outside your home, including in your irrigation system. It is available in English and en Español.
WATERING BY THE NUMBERS
For more extensive details on outdoor watering, try this interactive guide. It shows you how much and how often to water, how to set your irrigation timer, how to fix common problems, and offers plenty of other helpful tips. This guide resides on the Water—Use It Wisely website.
