Luscious Lawn Care Tips

When To Water
The best time to water is early in the morning. This is true in the spring and summer regardless of climate. How early in the morning depends on how fast the temperature rises. 

The grass needs time to absorb the water before it evaporates, so watering during the scorching time of the day is out. More water will evaporate into the air than be absorbed, wasting the money spent on a higher water bill. Those that live in hot areas, should water their lawn as soon after dawn as possible. 

Evening watering is more convenient to most people but it can cause a lawn to become unhealthy. During the cooler temperatures of the night, the water will remain on the plants longer. This might sound good. However, two threats to a beautiful yard are rotting vegetation and fungus. Both of these flourish in cool damp conditions.

Directing The Grass 
Most people do not want to be outside every day pulling up grass shoots that have grown into a nice walkway. On the other hand, bald patches in a lawn make the entire area look worse. Most new Idaho home buyers are not going to know what kind of grass is already planted so matching it would be a challenge. However, since different types of grass grow fine side by side, matching existing grass isn't an issue.