Charlotte Irrigation: Watering Your Garden

Spring has sprung and it won't be long before everyone is outside trying to get their garden in shape. If you are like most homeowners, reviewing the best gardening practices can go along way, especially when it comes to watering. In this week's blog post, our Charlotte irrigation specialists share some basic tips on watering your garden. 

Charlotte Irrigation Watering Basics

How much is too much water, and how much is too little? While water is essential for any plant, having too much or too little water can be harmful. One of the biggest things to consider is soil type. For instance, clay soil holds water best but takes a longer time to absorb it. Sandy soils absorb water quickly, but don't do a good job storing the water. Your soil should contain enough organic material to retain moisture and still allow enough room for air to reach the roots of your plants.

Here are some other factors you should consider when determining the amount of water your plants need: 

• Sunlight - Growing areas that are exposed to direct sunlight need more water because of evaporation, and growing areas in the shade tend to store more water throughout the day. 
• Humidity - It gets humid in the south, and that means it is harder for our plants to hold moisture. Days with higher humidity require more watering. 
• Plant Type - Different plants have different needs. Root depths vary greatly, so try to take note of how deep the roots are for your different plants. Group plants with deeper roots together. They need more water.

Watering Techniques: Hand-Watering vs Sprinklers 

Watering with a hose or watering can are simple techniques and are common when you have a small garden area to water. The biggest drawback, however, is that people get impatient and often water less than their plants need. They also tend to waste water. 

Sprinklers do the best watering job, especially if you have densely planted vegetables or a large gardening area. Perfect for lawns and home gardens, a sprinkler system is the easiest and most effective watering method. 

To learn more about Charlotte irrigation services or to schedule your spring startup service, contact John Minor with Irrigation and Lighting Specialist at 877-433-5833 or email John. We look forward to helping you produce a beautiful and healthy lawn and garden this year! 

Charlotte Irrigation Company Geared Up For Spring

Charlotte's recent snowstorm may make it hard to believe, but spring is quickly approaching. Just as soon as the snow started melting, 70-degree weather made its way into our region. If forecasts continue in this direction, we'll be enjoying blooming flowers and blue skies in no time. 

As spring gets ready to make its 2014 debut, the lawn and garden experts at Irrigation and Lighting Specialist have started gearing up for the busy season ahead. As a premier Charlotte irrigation company, we have already had several calls from clients who are ready to prepare their irrigation system. The warmer it gets, the more our phones will ring and the busier our schedule will become.

"It may only be February, but it is the perfect time to start thinking about your irrigation needs for the spring and summer months ahead," said John Minor, owner of Irrigation and Lighting Specialist. "It is always best to get a jump on it. These sort of things seem to sneak up on you, and now is a good time to beat the rush and schedule a prompt appointment."

Early Season Preparation From Charlotte Irrigation Company

You and your lawn share a common trait, warmer weather means more activity. Schedules can get very hectic in the coming months and often restricts the amount of time you have to dedicate to the maintenance of your lawn. For proper activation, certain measures are needed to promote a green and healthy bed of grass.

To ensure you and your lawn are spring-ready, you need to consider the following three services:

• Irrigation Repair - As short lived as it was, this winter was a cold one. Due to cold weather and negligence, your irrigation system may have been damaged since it was last used. Our irrigation experts can repair your system and have it operating better than ever. From cracked pipes to spilt sprinkler heads, we can fix it all. 
• Irrigation Renovation - Irrigation systems are great projects that you can always add on to. Maybe you're thinking about expanding your irrigation system into the back yard? Maybe you're thinking about changing out your sprinkler heads or controllers for something more efficient? Whatever the case may be, we are here to enhance your irrigation system and make it better than ever.  
• Irrigation Upgrade - A lot of innovations have been made in home irrigation systems over the last few years. If you're still working with an older system, you may want to consider adding new technology and upgrades. Modern sprinkler heads, monitors and controllers make it easier than ever to maintain a healthy and hydrated lawn. 

"Repairing, renovating and upgrading is the majority of the work we see during this time of the year," said Minor. "Homeowners are always trying to get the best out of their lawns, and those that are ahead of the ball have the best chance of doing so by taking advantage of these services." 

For more information about Irrigation and Lighting Specialist or our early season services, please call John Minor at 704-747-0235 or email John. We look forward to being your Charlotte irrigation company of choice for many years to come!

Call today to receive Irrigation and Lighting Specialist's early season discount on all of these services.