Creating A Lush and Welcoming Landscape

A beautiful lawn is a great addition to any backyard, but before you put down grass seed or have sod laid, you need to have a watering plan. If you want your grass to grow and thrive, one of the best things you can do is invest in having a sprinkler system installed. Ideally, you want to have the sprinkler system installed prior to putting down seed or getting sod. In the long run, having a sprinkler system will make your life much easier. Some of the top reasons why you should have sprinklers installed in your yard include:

Ensure Your Grass Is Watered at the Right Time

When it comes to watering grass, it is highly recommended for the watering to occur in the very early morning hours, especially during the hot summer months. Watering a lawn very early in the morning before the sun rises helps prevent evaporation, ensuring that the grass receives all of the water it needs. However, few people want to wake up before sunrise to water their lawn. One of the great things about sprinklers is the fact that they are connected to timers, so you can simply program your sprinklers to automatically run at the best time of day.

Optimal Amount of Water

Keeping a lawn green and healthy requires being precise about how much you water it. A lack of water will result in a dry, brown or yellow lawn, while overwatering can kill your grass over time. If you water your lawn yourself with a hose or attach a portable sprinkler to a hose, there is a good chance that you will either overwater or not provide enough water. When you have a sprinkler system installed, you will not have to worry about whether or not your grass is getting the proper amount of water — a landscaper can tell you how often to run the sprinklers and for how long, and all you have to do is make sure that the sprinklers are programmed properly.

Year-Round Convenience

Having a sprinkler system in your backyard will make taking care of your lawn so much easier and more convenient. Once the sprinklers are programmed, you will never have to worry about watering your lawn. Likewise, if you have a sprinkler system connected to an automatic timer, your grass will always be watered even if you need to travel for business or go on a vacation. 

To get started with sprinkler installation, reach out to a local landscape contractor.