Water Conservation – Some tips for households and RWAs

Joseph Varghese 1.Tips for Outdoor Water Conservation in Households and RWAs Avoid lawns, non-native ornamentals, and water hungry plants. Water plants early in the morning during the summer months to reduce evaporation losses. Use a watering can or mug instead of a hose and pour water around the base of the plants avoiding the stem and leaves to prevent leaf burn or primary root rot or stem infections. Water soil only to the point that the top 3-5 inches of soil are damp if watering daily and ensure avoiding over flow or over satu…