How to Reduce Landscape Watering
Did you know you can reduce landscape watering and still have a well-hydrated yard? I didn’t realize this until Desmond Corn, a Berger Hargis Sales Representative, talked about it. It’s accomplished by using moisture management products such as Hydretain, which uses a hygroscopic humectant that attracts and retains moisture from the atmosphere to improve water management.
This technology is not only used in landscaping, but also in agriculture, food products, dust control, and even personal care products. They work by absorbing water primarily from the atmosphere. This technology helps to make water more available to plants, reduce water usage, and enhance the overall effectiveness of moisture-dependent processes.
As I wrote this, it was storming outside my window. A torrential rainstorm was soaking my lawn. So, why write about moisture management when it’s raining cats and dogs? Because last month we went nine or ten days without rain, and it was 90 degrees. I watered my flower beds daily, but my unwatered lawn (the local water company had asked everyone to conserve) began turning brown. Will it rain more? Absolutely. Will we experience more drought in Central Indiana? You can bet on it
How Hygroscopic Humectants Work
Moisture Attraction
Hygroscopic humectants attract water molecules, drawing them from the air or other sources.
Water Retention
Once they attract water, humectants hold onto it, preventing it from evaporating or being lost to the surrounding environment.
Water Availability
In soil, this means that humectants can condense atmospheric humidity into plant-available droplets, keeping roots hydrated longer between waterings.
To the Root of it
Hygroscopic humectants, such as Hydretain, are used to reduce drought stress in lawns, gardens, and crops by making more water accessible to plant roots. They can also aid in seed germination and transplant establishment.
What Are the Benefits?
Savings Galore
By making more efficient use of available water, hygroscopic humectants can significantly reduce the need for watering your yard, saving you time and money while minimizing stress on municipal water systems during droughts and extreme heat. Water conservation is a significant benefit of this technology, particularly in areas experiencing water scarcity.
Improved Plant Health
Plants benefit from consistent moisture, leading to reduced drought stress, delayed wilting, and enhanced growth.
More Benefits
- Many hygroscopic humectants are biodegradable and derived from natural sources, making them a sustainable choice.
- They improve seed germination.
- They are also known to improve plant health.
- Humectants can be beneficial in reducing dust on roadways.
- They’re good for the environment.
So, do you need moisture management for your yard? It Depends. Do you keep up with the watering needs of your yard?
As Desmond Corn said, “When I hear many say they can’t water, or they don’t have time, or they over water and cause fungus, or don’t water and it gets brown and then it’s not green enough. With all that, it might just be something to look into having us put it down for you.”
How Can We Help You?
Berger Hargis has a company philosophy of providing personal excellence for all our services. Our growth and success have been due entirely to our commitment to honest, excellent customer service. The company is built on the referral business we have received due to this philosophy.
If you have any questions about lawn moisture management or would like a quote, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
About the Author
Randy Clark is a speaker, coach, and author. He publishes a weekly blog at RandyClarkLeadership.com. Randy is passionate about social media, leadership development, and flower gardening. He’s a beer geek, and on weekends he can be found fronting the Rock & Roll band Under the Radar. He’s the proud father of two educators; he has four amazing grandchildren and a wife who dedicates her time to helping others. Randy is the author of the Amazon bestseller The New Manager’s Workbook, a crash course in effective management.
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