How Often Should I Water My Landscape in Southern California?

There is no single correct number of minutes or watering days for every Southern California property.

What Determines Irrigation Frequency?

Plant species, establishment stage, soil texture, drainage, root depth, slope, exposure, irrigation type, emitter or nozzle flow, weather and season all matter.

Avoid the “More Minutes” Trap

If an area looks dry, increasing runtime may not solve a clogged emitter, broken head, poor coverage or root-zone problem. Diagnose the delivery system first.

Seasonal Adjustment

Schedules should generally respond to seasonal demand instead of remaining identical year-round. Smart controllers can help when the field system is functioning and configured correctly.

Learn about seasonal controller programming.

Need a Property-Specific Answer?

Book the $150 Earth People Irrigation Assessment. The fee is credited toward qualifying approved irrigation work.