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Page 6A, The Lee County Ledger, Wednesday, July 24, 2019 Celebrate Smart Irrigation Month in the home landscape Special to the Ledger By Sadie Lackey for CAES News Landscape irrigation can be tricky, especially in the summer. During the month of July — Smart Irrigation Month — University of Geor gia experts have advice on how to use irrigation as efficiently as possible. Be aware of the condi tions of the landscape Typical lawns and plants require 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week, said Rolando Orellana, an urban wa ter management agent with UGA Cooperative Extension. Thank You For Supporting Our SERVICE DISABLED VETERAN OWNED SMALL RDSINESS 170 IT IT X? MmCjCj Pediatric and Adult Prosthetic Orthotic Diabetic Footwear Evaluations John P. Rodman, Sr., C.P.O., FAAOP, LPO U.S. Army (Retired) Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist Practice Manager LimBcaRe. PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS OF GEORGIA Albany Location Also In Americus, 1919 Palmyra Rd. Cordele, Tifton, 430-9778 And Valdosta 855-639-3202 www.limbcareonline.com We Are A Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Consider the water source, air circulation, slope, drainage and other conditions of the landscape when creating an irrigation plan. “Make sure you know the plants in your garden,” Orellana said. “Not all plants have the same water require ments. You can ask your Extension agent to find out more informa tion about plant water requirements.” With this understand ing, individuals can ensure that the root sys tems of plants are in top shape. It is best to apply deep and infrequent watering to establish strong root systems and healthier plants. Apply ing small amounts of water frequently will create a shallow root system and more water evaporation. It is ideal to have an irrigation schedule and system that replicates rainfall to en sure landscapes are not overwatered and plants stay healthy and beauti ful, Orellana said. Where, when and how? The best time to water landscapes is between 4 a.m. and 9 a.m., keeping in mind that deep, infre quent watering is best to avoid waste, run-off and evaporation, Orellana You’re Retired. Your Money Isn’t. To learn why consolidating your retirement accounts to Edward Jones makes sense, contact your Edward Jones financial advisor today. Greg Parrish Jr Financial Advisor 190 Oakland Pkwy Ste C Leesburg, GA 31763 229-883-0416 Call 229-883-0416 or visit our office today. www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC Edwardjones MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING estate Farm Auto • Home • Renters • Life • Bank • Business BOOSTER LEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Michele Bates, Agent Steve Perrine, Agent (tymmtted fo Ace 229.888.0813 www.StevePerrine.com Submitted Photo July is Smart Irrigation Month. It’s a good time to check home irrigation systems and develop more efficient irrigation habits. advises, adding that gar deners should water by hand when possible, as it is the most effective method of ensuring that water is delivered only where needed. Using irrigation equip ment While hand-watering is preferred, it is not always practical. When using irrigation equip ment, be thoughtful about how, where and how often to turn on your sprinklers. Before setting up portable sprinklers, soaker hoses or an in-ground irriga tion system, consider the following: How much of the landscape needs to be watered? Where can the equip ment be placed to reach the maximum amount of area and provide even coverage? Where are the outdoor water sources located, and where can one be added if needed? From there, choos ing between systems such as soaker hoses, a drip irrigation system or a sprinkler system becomes easy, Orellana said. To reduce waste and get the most efficiency out of irrigation equip ment, Orellana sug gests installing rain and moisture sensors. He also recommends mak ing a periodic inspec tion of irrigation part of a regular landscape maintenance routine. “Most people experi ence issues with plant growth,” Orellana said. “Sometimes irrigation systems have broken parts, occasioning water leaks and waste. These problems are often left unattended due to lack of irrigation system monitoring and audit ing. Check system pres sure and flow and make regular inspections to help save water and dol lars in the process.” For more helpful tips and tricks about land scape irrigation, visit your local UGA Exten sion office, go to exten- sion.uga.edu or call 1-800-ASK-UGA1.0 Fire and Emergency Services Responds To 90 Calls Lee County Fire and Emergency Services responded to 90 calls during the week of July 14 - 20, 2019. EMS Responses EMS responded to four calls for abdominal pain/ problems. 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