A Refresher on Watering Restrictions By Donna Fossum, SAWS
Landscape and Patioscape Coupons End Soon!
It’s been a while since we’ve been in Stage 1 drought restrictions, so here’s a little refresher in the event that Stage 1 Drought Restrictions come to pass:
The spring season for WaterSaver Landscape and Patioscape coupons ends on May 30th. All coupon applications must be completed by that time. However, redemption of coupons continues until June 30th.
1. Landscape watering with an irrigation system, sprinkler or soaker hose is permitted only on your designated watering day before 11 a.m. or after 7 p.m. Watering days begin and end at midnight; overnight watering is not allowed.
Go to the SAWS Conservation website www. gardenstylesanantonio.com/watersavercoupons to apply now for your drought tolerant plants or stone patio. Eliminate the high water turf and replace with low water flowing perennials.
2. Hand watering with a hose, drip irrigation or bucket is permitted any day, at any time. 3. Washing impervious cover such as parking lots, driveways, streets or sidewalks is prohibited. Health and safety exceptions to this rule may be requested from SAWS. 4. Water waste is prohibited at all times. Allowing water to run off into a gutter, ditch or drain or failing to repair a controllable leak is considered water waste.
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As always, you can visit GardenStyleSA.com for watering recommendations and other timely tips and you can contact us for a free irrigation system consultation. You just might qualify for a cash rebate for making changes to your irrigation system by participating in our Irrigation Design Rebate. ©Neighborhood News, Inc. PAGE 4