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Hernando Florida Water Restriction
We Are under One Day
Per Week Watering Restrictions
The watering restrictions have been extended until at least June 30, 2009
You may water before 8:00 A.M. OR after 6:00 P.M.on your designated day.
The current restrictions only allow one complete irrigation applicationfor each property each week—on
the designated day and at the designated time.
0 or 1 .....................Monday
2 or 3 .....................Tuesday
4 or 5 .....................Wednesday
6 or 7 .....................Thursday
8 or 9 ..................... *Friday
*also locations that have mixed addresses
or for addresses that cannot be determined (such as common areas associated with subdivisions).
(such as common areas associated with
Watering new plant material including sod is allowed every day for 60 days.
Only on the day that the plant material is installed may you water at any time. For every day after the first day, you may only water before 8:00 AM OR after 6:00 PM. Watering during this establishment period may be doneby using an entire irrigation zone only if there is at least 50% new plant material installed within that zone. If there is not 50% new plant material(within an irrigation zone) watering must be accomplished by some other means, such as hand watering, so that only the new material is irrigated.
Quick Irrigation System Hints:
• Surges or interruptions in electricity may cause some irrigation systems to reset. Please be sure to check your timer
regularly. Timer malfunctions or mistakes made in settings will likely still be a watering restriction violation.
• Consider turning your irrigation system on manual. That way you water only when you decide to turn the switch. (On
your designated day and not between 8:00-6:00.)
• Check for leaks, breaks and misaligned heads often.
Remember, you are responsible for making sure you follow the rules. Avoid a watering restriction citation by following
the simple rules shown above.
Watering New Sod Guidelines:
(These guidelines are in the absence of rain. Less irrigation is required if you have adequate rain. These are
GUIDELINES and not regulations.)
Week 1 – Water briefly once a day applying no more than ¼ inch of irrigation, applying more water will not aid in
establishment of your sod and will waste water.
Week 2 – Water daily applying between ¼ to ½ inch of irrigation.
Week 3 – Water every other day with ½ inch of irrigation.
Week 4 – Water twice a week with ¾ inch of irrigation.
Week 5 – Water no more than once a week with ¾ inch of irrigation or as needed*
0 or 1 .....................Monday
2 or 3 .....................Tuesday
4 or 5 .....................Wednesday
6 or 7 .....................Thursday
8 or 9 ..................... *Friday
*also locations that have mixed addresses or for addresses that cannot be determined
(such as common areas associated withsubdivisions).
This information is presented by Spring Hill Lawn And Landscape on the web site located at WWW.http://www.springhilllawnservice.com
*This information is provided by Jim Moll, Extension Agent, Hernando County Extension Service (352-754-4433) and Dr. Laurie Trenholm,
Turfgrass Specialist, University of Florida/IFAS.
The watering restrictions have been extended until at least June 30, 2009
For More Information on Restrictions See: http://www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/conservation/restrictions/
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Right Plant, Right Place.
Florida landscaping can be a challenge! While we can’t
change our heat and humidity, soil type and erratic rainfall,
we can choose plants that will thrive in these conditions.
Use the website www.floridayards.org to easily identify
plants suited for your landscape. |
Water Efficiently:
Hernando County does have watering restrictions. (for
more detailed watering restriction information, go to:
To make sure that the lawn receives the best watering
possible, calibrate your irrigation system, check for leaks,
breaks and/or misdirected heads. |
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Fertilize Appropriately:
Using a slow-release granular product 2-3 times each year
during the growing season should be plenty to keep a
lawn healthy and growing properly. |
Mulch:
Mulch is an often overlooked component of a good
landscape. As organic mulches decompose,
they add organic matter to the soil.
Keep a 3 inch layer of mulch in your
plant beds year-round. |
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Attract Wildlife:
While different sized yards and locations can house
different types of wildlife, we can all put our birdbaths,
bird feeders and plants that provide food or habitat for
birds or butterflies. |
Controlling Yard Pests:
Over 99% of all insects are beneficial –
identify before you spray! |
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Recycle:
What can you recycle in the landscape? How about
grass and shrub trimmings, vegetable/kitchen scraps or
anything that can be put into a compost bin! |
Reduce Stormwater Runoff:
Water running off your yard can carry pollutants such as
fertilizer, pesticides and soil that can adversely impact
water quality. |
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Protect the Waterfront:
While many of us do not live on the water, runoff from our
landscapes may make it into storm drains, retention ponds,
lakes, rivers and springs. Always be careful when applying
fertilizers and pesticides, and refrain from spreading them
closer than 20 feet from an existing body of water. (For
more simple Florida-friendly landscape tips or answers to
specific questions, contact John Korycki at the Hernando
County Extension Service—352-754-4433 |
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Other Useful Resources:
Hernando County Utilities Department
352-754-4037
http://www.hernandocounty.us/utils/
Hernando County Code Enforcement
352-754-4056
Southwest Florida Water Management District
352-796-7211 |
Tips for Florida-Friendly Landscaping:
Hernando County Utilities Department
21030 Cortez Blvd.,
Brooksville, FL 34601
352-754-4037 |
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http://www.co.hernando.fl.us/utils/PDF/Conservation%20Flyer.pdf
Thank you for visiting Spring Hill Lawn Service
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352/ 556 - 8919 352/ 263-1774
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