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Summer the time to have fun outdoors. Keeping your lawn in tiptop shape is on everyone’s list during summer. When landscaping, consider these tips to lower your water bill:

• Remember the one-inch rule; dont over water! Established lawns and shrubs need just one inch of water a week. To measure collect rainfall or sprinkler water in a coffee can and measure with a ruler.
• Establish a watering schedule to each area of landscape with timing devices, as well as rain shut-off device to prevent  over watering.
• Use a drip irrigation system to apply water slowly, reducing runn off and promoting deep rooting.
• Inspect your sprinkler and drip sprayers regularly for leaks.

Enjoy your summer this year with lower water bills.

Summer is here and so as large water bills. Water is our basic and biggest necessity of our lives, but there are many ways to save water around your home. Here are just a few to help you save the most:

• Replace old toilets, which consume the most water. Most homes built before 1992 do not have the water efficient 1.6 gallon per flush toilet. You can check the manufacturer’s date stamp inside the back of the toilet.
• Replace your washing machine, which is the second largest water user. Look for Energy star rated washers with a water factor at or lower than 9.5 it will use 35-50% less water and 50% less energy per load.
• Check for leaks on water appliances and devices around your home and repair promptly. Homes can waste more than 10% of water due to leaking.

A garden can have a dramatic effect on your lawn witout doing the same to your wallet. From annuals to perennials,it’s easy to add color and texture to your garden. Enjoy the starburst bloom of Dahlias or the soft grace of gladiolus. Whichever look appeals to you. Also be sure to protect your blooms from insects by using any insecticide. Enjoy the colorfull lawn all summer long.

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