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Water Conservation: In The Yard

Thursday, October 11, 2007 – updated: 1:44 pm EDT October 25, 2007

Now that there is a full watering ban in the metro Atlanta you can't water your lawn or outdoor plants.

But there are some things you can do to help keep your lawn healthy.

  • Raise your lawn mower blade to at least three inches. A higher cut encourages grass roots to grow deeper, shades the root system and holds soil moisture
  • Go easy on the fertilizer. They increase the need for water and are a source of water pollution
  • Mulch to retain moisture in the soil
  • Control weeds. They compete with plants for water
  • Minimize the grass areas, because less grass means less water
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