Advice from Owlie
Q: Dear Owlie,
My irrigation
controller broke and I am looking to replace it with a newer model. I have heard there are new models that can
help me save water. What type of controller
do you recommend to help me save water?
Sincerely,
Water Conscious Consumer
A: Dear Water Conscious Consumer,
Thank
you for your interest in using a water-saving irrigation controller. A great water-saving irrigation controller is
called a weather based “smart” irrigation
controller. These irrigation
controllers water landscapes based on the local weather and soil conditions,
therefore adapting to the needs of the plants in your landscape. A weather based “smart” irrigation controller
can save you up to 8,800 gallons a year. Learn more about irrigation controllers at www.ieua.org.
Good luck to you and your water-saving
efforts,
Owlie
