Landscape watering during a drought

1. Water plants before 10am
2. Water plants deeply, infrequently, and directly at the root zone in the early morning to maximize
absorption and reduce evaporation.
3. Aim for 1 inch of water weekly on trees and shrubs.
4. Let lawns go dormant.
5. Use drip irrigation or soaker hoses to conserve water.

Article and Photo by: Carlotta Lucas, AGC President

Ashland Prepares for Drought

The City of Ashland is preparing for the impending drought
and water curtailment for the summer of 2014.

For more information contact:
Julie Smitherman- City Water Conservation Specialist.  541-552-2062

Check out the city’s website on how to conserve water.
http://www.ashland.or.us/citynews.drought