March often feels like the first real breath of spring, but plants do not always wake up at the right speed. Soil temperatures stay cool in many regions, and plant roots move nutrients and moisture slowly when the ground still holds winter’s chill. Throwing large amounts of water onto lawns or garden beds during this…
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March Watering Mistakes That Can Raise Your Bills
March demands attention. One wrong move with a hose or sprinkler can push a water bill higher than the temperature outside. Early spring tempts homeowners to crank up irrigation systems the first time the sun feels warm on their shoulders. Grass starts greening, garden beds stir, and suddenly everything looks thirsty. But March sits in…