When it comes to watering your grass, it can be challenging to find the ideal amount. It is frequently tricky for homeowners to estimate how much water their properties need, which can have severe ramifications for the health of your lawn. Delaware residents who work with a landscape irrigation contractor can maintain beautiful, healthy grass. Watch out for these signs of overwatering and underwatering, and contact the Sposato Irrigation staff if you need their assistance if you fall into either of these categories!

Signs of Overwatering

Homeowners who overwater their plants face a serious dilemma because it can also cause soil erosion and property damage. Weeds and fungi can flourish in an abundance of water. As a result, puddles of standing water, areas of mushrooms, and clusters of quickly developing weeds can all be indicators of overwatering. Also, additional moisture may prevent dead vegetation from decomposing. The layer of dead grass that makes up a lawn’s thatch can become too thick if it is not properly degraded. Poor grass growth and the prevalence of pests and diseases are two consequences of thick thatch.

Signs of Underwatering

The other extreme is when some homeowners drown their lawns. This is particularly true for homes whose watering schedules are not adjusted according to the seasons, as many plants have varied requirements throughout the warmer months. The growth of the grass will be slower in the absence of sufficient water. The presence of dry soil and a weak springback is another sign of underwatering. Hoeing or troweling through dry soil is significantly more difficult, and grass that doesn’t bounce back properly after being trodden upon may be dehydrated. The health of one’s grass can be permanently impacted by persistent underwatering; thus, homeowners must carefully monitor their water usage.

Contact the Professionals for Help

Thankfully, Delaware residents don’t have to fight the struggle of setting up and maintaining efficient irrigation systems alone. For residential and commercial properties, the pros at Sposato Irrigation are skilled in installing and maintaining a range of irrigation systems. The crew at Sposato Irrigation is among the best at providing landscape irrigation services that can keep your property looking lush and healthy while minimizing your stress and work. For more information on how a top-notch irrigation system can keep your plants healthy, contact us immediately.

Choose Sposato Irrigation

Sposato Irrigation is uniquely positioned to offer high-quality, affordable, and reliable irrigation services to homeowners and business owners in Sussex County, Milton, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, Ocean View, Millsboro, Dagsboro, and Ocean City, MD. Thanks to our expertise, innovation and decades of professional experience, we can meet the needs of large properties and small gardens. To learn more about our irrigation installation, LED landscape lighting, and commercial irrigation maintenance services, contact us today. We can be reached at 302-645-4773. Also, check us out on Facebook and Twitter.