Watering Your Lawn in the Winter

Even though Florida lawns go dormant in the winter, they still need maintenance, including watering. But winter lawns have different needs. Careful, efficient irrigation will ensure a green lawn in the spring, without wasting water.

UF/IFAS Sites

• FAWN: Watering Your Florida Lawn
• Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Program: Water Efficiently
• Gardening Tips: When and How to Water
• Gardening Tips: Winter Lawns
• Using Water Wisely: Lawn Care & Irrigation

UF/IFAS Publications

• Lawns Need Care During the Winter (PDF)
• Let Your Lawn Tell You When to Water
• Managing Your Florida Lawn under Drought Conditions (PDF)
• Use Sensors to Avoid Watering During Rain (PDF)
• Using the Irrigation Controller for a Better Lawn on Less Water
• Water Requirements of Florida Turfgrasses
• Watering Your Florida Lawn

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