Water Wise Tips for Fall

The days are getting shorter and the leaves are starting to turn color. Here are some tips to get you started:

• Change your sprinkler schedule. As the weather cools down, lawns and plants don't need as much water
• Get a jump on spring plantings. Add water wise plants to your garden now so that they can use this fall's rainfall to start getting established.
• Invest in a rain barrel. Consider using a rain barrel to collect and store rainwater runoff throughout the wet months. Water collected can be used to water indoor or outdoor plants, when needed, instead of turning on your sprinklers
• Redirect downspouts to capture water. Simply direct downspouts outside your home to capture any rain water and direct it to garden or plant areas.