If you have damaged your lawn, or need to replace it all, we are available to help. There are many types of sod, so you will find the right one for your lawn. We will list below the signs that your lawn is being overwatered. To ensure your lawn is healthy, you should pay attention to how much you are watering it and how it is reacting to the water. Do not worry if you are overwatering your lawn. We are here to help.
1. Water Runoff
Water runoff should not be seen when watering your lawn. Water runoff refers to water that is flowing from your lawn onto other areas of your property. Your lawn may have plenty of water if you can see it running off. The lawn might actually have too much water.
2. Sponginess
If your lawn feels spongy under your feet, it could be an indication that your lawn is too waterlogged. It shouldn’t feel squishy. In fact, it should never feel squishy. This is a sign that it is overwatered and you need to decrease the time you spend watering it. This could mean reducing the days you water your lawn each week.
3. Lawn Fungus
If your lawn is growing fungus, it may also be overwatered. If you overwater your plants, the soil may start to grow fungus. The fungus may be visible on your lawn blades, or it may grow in your yard.
4. Weeds
Sometimes, excess water can kill your lawn and encourage weed growth. Some weeds thrive in excess water. Overwatering your lawn can lead to excessive weed growth. To reduce weed growth, you can lower the watering frequency.
5. Bugs
Certain species of insects are another thing that love excess water. Your lawn could become a home for water bugs and other creatures. The next sign that your lawn is overwatered is when the insects have plenty of places for hiding, which is why they increase in number.
6. Exceeding Thatch
If your lawn is covered in thatch, or has decomposed plants, it may be overwatered. Excessive water makes it impossible for natural organisms to break down the thatch and make fertilizer. This indicates excessive water.
Do not worry. As we mentioned above, we are here to help. We are the best landscape supply company in the area and we have several different types of sod from which you can choose. This gives you the opportunity to replace the parts of your lawn that have died due to overwatering.