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CVWD Watering Guide
This table shows the approximate amount of water different types of landscaping typically need each month. Individual watering times may vary depending on soil type and other environmental conditions. Gradually reduce the amount of water you're using to find an adequate amount for your situation without being wasteful.
Use this guide as a reminder to inspect and maintain your sprinkler system monthly. When there's measurable rain, turn your sprinkler system off and keep it off until the ground has dried. Download the Irrigation Guide (PDF). Or apply for a free Smart Irrigation Controller that automatically waters your landscape for you.
Irrigation Guide
| Watering Month | Water-Efficient Shrubs | Water-Efficient Trees | Non-Desert Trees | Turf Grass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.7 gal/day 2 days/week | 14 gal/day 2 days/week | 45 gal/day 2 days/week | Spray system: 3 min/day; 5 days/week Rotor system: 7 min/day; 5 days/week |
| February | 0.9 gal/day 3 days/week | 21 gal/day 3 days/week | 56 gal/day 3 days/week | Spray system: 5 min/day; 5 days/week Rotor system: 13 min/day; 5 days/week |
| March | 0.9 gal/day 4 days/week | 16 gal/day 4 days/week | 53 gal/day 4 days/week | Spray system: 7 min/day; 5 days/week Rotor system: 18 min/day; 5 days/week |
| April | 1 gal/day 5 days/week | 17 gal/day 5 days/week | 59 gal/day 5 days/week | Spray system: 10 min/day; 7 days/week Rotor system: 22 min/day; 7 days/week |
| May | 0.9 gal/day 6 days/week | 18 gal/day 6 days/week | 60 gal/day 6 days/week | Spray system: 12 min/day; 7 days/week Rotor system: 27 min/day; 7 days/week |
| June | 0.9 gal/day 7 days/week | 18 gal/day 7 days/week | 59 gal/day 7 days/week | Spray system: 14 min/day; 7 days/week Rotor system: 30 min/day; 7 days/week |
| July | 0.9 gal/day 7 days/week | 18 gal/day 7 days/week | 59 gal/day 7 days/week | Spray system: 13 min/day; 7 days/week Rotor system: 30 min/day; 7 days/week |
| August | 0.9 gal/day 6 days/week | 17 gal/day 6 days/week | 57 gal/day 6 days/week | Spray system: 12 min/day; 7 days/week Rotor system: 27 min/day; 7 days/week |
| September | 1 gal/day 5 days/week | 18 gal/day 5 days/week | 63 gal/day 5 days/week | Spray system: 10 min/day; 7 days/week Rotor system: 22 min/day; 7 days/week |
| October | 0.9 gal/day 4 days/week | 16 gal/day 4 days/week | 52 gal/day 4 days/week | Spray system: 7 min/day; 7 days/week Rotor system: 14 min/day; 7 days/week |
| November | 0.7 gal/day 3 days/week | 14 gal/day 3 days/week | 44 gal/day 3 days/week | Spray system: 4 min/day; 7 days/week Rotor system: 10 min/day; 7 days/week |
| December | 0.7 gal/day 2 days/week | 14 gal/day 2 days/week | 42 gal/day 2 days/week | Spray system: 3 min/day; 5 days/week Rotor system: 6 min/day; 5 days/week |