As summer slowly draws to a close in Alberta, there is no end in sight for the water restrictions placed in Calgary and surrounding areas to mitigate ...
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Under Stage 1, Calgarians are restricted from using water for outdoor activities like washing cars, pavements or exterior building features. Residents can only water their lawn one day a week during set times for two hours and are allowed to use sprinkler and irrigation systems during those times. Calgarians can use water to water new sod or lawn seed and can water their shrubs, trees and gardens with a hose that shuts off or a water cannister at any time.
Local landscapers suggest shifting to judiciously designed irrigation systems, opting for vegetation that is less water-dependent, or redesigning your landscaping to maintain your backyard with less water. Here’s everything you need to know about maintaining your backyard in the middle of a drought.The grass seed mix sold nowadays is a blend of three species adapted to save some water, according to Chris Jenson, owner of Calgary Landscaping.
The tricky bit lies in adequately watering plants that have been newly transplanted. New transplants often require more water in the first few weeks to help them adapt to the soil and find their roots, mitigating the shock of being in a new environment. Drip irrigation and soaker hose systems, Jenson said, can help support new transplants while adhering to water restrictions.
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