Utah is the second driest state in the country receiving approximately 11 inches of rain per year. Nevada is the only state that receives less rain. According to a study by the U.S. Geological Survey Utah ranked as the state that used the most water per-person behind Idaho. There is a question on how this data is calculated however it is still concerning that Utah is the second driest state and uses the second most water. Conserving water should be at the top of everyone’s mind living in a dry state like Utah. With Hydra Guard provided by Lawn Doctor you can save water and keep your lawn looking great.
Hydra Guard is a proprietary program provided by Lawn Doctor to help retain moisture in your lawn. Lawn Doctor will apply Hydra Guard to your lawn which includes microscopic humectant particles that will attach to the grass roots. These humectant particles then attract moisture from the air and soil and help the grass retain moisture at a higher rate than it would on its own. Because more moisture is attracted and retained the need for water decreases by up to 50%.
With Hydra Guard, the need for water is not only decreased, but the grass is also stronger and better able to withstand drought. Hydra Guard will also stimulate new green leaf tissue in grass making an overall healthier lawn.
With this simple service from Lawn Doctor you can have peace of mind knowing you are saving water, saving money, and will continue to have a great looking lawn all summer long.
Each lawn is unique and your Lawn Doctor specialist can help determine how much and how often Hydra Guard should be applied. Typically there will be several applications throughout the hot summer months. Although Hydra Guard will help retain moisture and keep your lawn looking great there are several other ways to conserve water when it comes to your lawn:
- Water your lawn before 9:00 AM. This helps keep the water from evaporating too quickly.
- Make sure your sprinklers are covering the lawn adequately and not watering driveways or other unnecessary areas.
- Make sure the water is penetrating the soil 6 – 9 inches deep.
- Don’t over water
