September can be one of Tucson’s hottest months, and that can spell disaster for many plants and trees. With the help of your landscaper and essential watering tips, you can keep your plants alive and thriving throughout the September heat. Here are your helpful watering tips:

Tip #1: Avoid Afternoon Watering

The summer heat and sun that continues well into September can do a lot of damage to plants. The heat and sun are worse during the afternoon and a couple hours before sundown, and afternoon watering can increase the damage from the sun. Afternoon watering can cause sunburns, wilting, and scars to plants and trees. The best way to combat these side effects and keep your plants healthy is to water during the morning and evening.

Tip #2: Water the Soil

When watering your plants and trees, aim for the soil or base of the plant rather than the leaves. If you water the leaves, water will flow into the soil, but much of it will evaporate before reaching the plant’s root system. This is an inefficient watering system and can result in more water usage and higher costs to you. Instead, water directly into the soil and roots to ensure the most amount of water is reaching the root system.

Tip #3: Watch for Wilting

Wilted leaves are a classic sign that a plant or tree is unhappy with some element of its care. Most often, wilting can signal that too little water is being received, so you may need to increase your watering efforts. However, wilting may mean a plant is receiving too much water or not enough nutrients from the soil. Examine your plant care habits and adjust them as needed. Call a professional landscaper to properly diagnose the plant’s needs if it does not improve.

 

Complete Landscaping is a family-owned, Tucson-based landscaping company with over 200 employees ready to make your yard as healthy as possible. We are available for questions and appointments at (520) 323-8918.