As we are coasting into the warmer months of spring and summer, now is a good time to get some tips for keeping your lawn healthy and green without using a lot of water.
According to an article found on the weblog Lifehacker, if you do the following four things, you can save water when caring for your lawn:
- Raise your mower deck up to at least three inches.
- Use the mulch setting.
- Keep your blade sharp.
- Keep your mower’s deck clear of buildup.
Read the Lifehacker article for more on those tips and to watch a video from Consumer Reports' YouTube channel. Also check out our Water Conservation page on DrinkTap for general conservation tips.