Quick answer: Spring irrigation in Waxhaw should respond to current rainfall, temperature, soil conditions and the landscape rather than using a fixed summer schedule. Cooler spring weather often means a lawn needs less supplemental irrigation than it will during hotter, drier periods.
Why spring watering is different
Evaporation and plant water demand are generally different in spring than during peak summer heat. Running a controller on the same schedule all season can apply water when the landscape does not need it.
Rainfall counts
Recent rain should influence automatic irrigation. A working rain sensor or properly configured weather-based controller can help prevent unnecessary watering after storms.
Check the irrigation system before adding runtime
Dry spots do not automatically mean the entire lawn needs more water. Broken heads, clogged nozzles, low pressure and poor coverage can leave one area dry while the rest of the zone receives enough water.
Adjust gradually as weather changes
Start with the actual needs of the landscape and make seasonal adjustments as temperatures and rainfall patterns change.
See how long sprinkler zones should run, signs of overwatering, and our spring start-up service.
