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Water your lawn correctly: How to save water in summer!
Learn how to optimally water lawns to avoid drought and save water - tips and tricks for garden lovers.
Water your lawn correctly: How to save water in summer!
When the summer weather causes temperatures to rise, the question arises: How do we best supply our beloved lawn with water without going overboard unnecessarily? This is exactly what it's all about finding the right balance. Lawn care is not just a question of appearance, but also crucial for the vitality of the grass.
A look at the water requirement shows that, depending on the type of soil and location, between 10 and 20 liters of water per square meter per week are required. In hot, low-precipitation summers like this year, this requirement can even increase to up to 60 liters per square meter per week if you combine the lower values of 10-20 liters with several irrigation bursts, as Rasenwelt.de explains.
Water requirements and soil conditions
What is particularly noteworthy is the difference in the water storage capacity of soils. Sandy soils where water drains quickly store about 15 liters per square meter in the main root zone. That doesn't sound like much when you consider that for a typical lawn size of 200 square meters, the water requirement can be around 3000 liters. On the other hand, loamy soils can store up to 6000 liters and show delayed dryness compared to sandy soils, informs [Chip.de](https://www.chip.de/news/Wasser-sparen-im-Sommer-Why-Sie- Ihren-Rasen-lieber-seltener-giessen-sollten_184354202.html).
But what happens if the necessary water requirements are not met? Signs of poor water supply include bluish discoloration of the leaves and slow growth of the grass. Targeted irrigation is a must here, especially in hot times, to prevent the grass from dying. If the weather calls for it, you can also think about artificial irrigation.
Proper irrigation techniques
The best time to water is early in the morning or late in the evening to minimize evaporation and give the lawn a chance to absorb the water. Another tip: Before and after watering, we recommend taking a look at the water meter reading - this way you can easily check the amount of water. After one hour of watering, that can be 800 liters of water, which is a decent amount, reports [Chip.de](https://www.chip.de/news/Wasser-sparen-im-Sommer-Why-Sie- Ihren-Rasen-lieber-seltener-giessen-sollten_184354202.html).
But what could a modern irrigation solution look like? Installing an automatic irrigation system offers many advantages. A simple basic solution with a timer and a sprinkler costs around 1 euro per square meter. If you choose additional sensors or an irrigation computer, the costs can quickly increase, but these ensure efficiency and minimize water consumption.
Overall, it is important to regularly check soil moisture and adjust irrigation to the needs of the lawn. Too much water can cause root rot, while too little will cause the lawn to wither. With a good hand in planning, the lawn can be well maintained even in the hot summer months.