D.E.K. advises that you be careful not to over water your landscape and plants, especially in the hot Florida summer months.  Mildew and mold can result from over watering your sod, plant beds, potted plants, and other planting materials.  They’re a breeding ground for mold and mildew especially when it’s hot and humid all the time.  This mold and mildew can not only be harmful to your plants and vegetation, but also to you, your children, and pets. 

In general, people over water their lawns, gardens, and landscaping.  Less frequent watering applied slowly promotes healthy and deeper roots in your plants.  Do not flood your soil, only apply water as fast as the soil can absorb it and stop watering when it won’t absorb any more.  Avoid watering your lawn and plants at the same time because your plants and lawn have different needs. Generally speaking, your lawn only needs about one inch of water, applied slowly, per week.  Keep your soil water level maintained with constant moisture and do not over water when it becomes dry.  This not only wastes water, but again will create an environment favorable to harmful mold and mildew. 
 

D.E.K. Landscape Designs can help with your watering needs and advice as well as Landscape Design, Landscape Construction, and Landscape Lighting in Winter Park, Maitland, Winter Springs, Lake Mary, Heathrow, Alaqua Lakes, Oviedo and Tuskawilla, FL.