Summer Watering Guide for Phoenix Lawns

As temperatures climb above 100°F in the Valley, your landscape needs special attention. However, overwatering is just as harmful as underwatering. Here is your comprehensive guide to summer irrigation in Phoenix.

1. Adjust Your Timer for the Heat

Summer schedules should be vastly different from winter ones. For Bermuda grass, you typically need to water 3-4 times per week, but for longer durations to ensure deep root penetration.

2. The Best Time to Water

Always water before sunrise, ideally between 3 AM and 5 AM. This minimizes evaporation and wind drift, ensuring more water actually reaches the roots.

3. Check for "Hot Spots"

If you see brown patches, don't immediately increase the water for the whole lawn. Check that specific sprinkler head. It might be clogged, misaligned, or sunken.

4. Deep Watering for Trees

Trees need deep, infrequent watering. Using a drip system, run it for several hours but only every 10-14 days for established desert trees like Mesquite or Palo Verde.