February Rain Shortages

February rain totals are currently at 1.73", an average February total is 2.92".

We are behind 1.19" for the month, and winter/ spring rainfall is crucial to get us through the summer months. The largest discretionary use of water is irrigation, and you can make a difference now by switching from sprinklers to bubblers and soaker hoses, or even considering xeriscape. Many residents start small, xeriscaping a small portion of their yard at a time.

Avoid the temptation of tropical landscaping, while many tropical plants do well in our heat, they require extensive watering to mimic their rainy environment. Choose beautiful native prairie plants for a water friendly and pollinator friendly landscape.