As summer transitions into fall on Long Island, shorter days and cooler temperatures mean your lawn and landscape generally need less water. It is time to begin adjusting your irrigation schedule! During the summer heat, [...]
If your lawn has suddenly developed brown patches, thinning grass, or strange discolored spots, you're not alone. This week, Long Island is experiencing extreme heat, drought conditions, and humidity levels above 70%—the perfect combination for [...]
Hydrangeas are one of my favorite flowering shrubs. They’re easy to grow, relatively low-maintenance, and reward homeowners with beautiful blooms year after year. There are many varieties, but one of the most popular is the [...]
Nassau and Suffolk Counties are currently under a drought alert and experiencing abnormally dry conditions. Rainfall is approximately 5–7 inches below normal, and current forecasts predict continued extreme heat with very little rainfall over [...]
Now that we are moving into warmer weather, managing your irrigation system becomes increasingly important. We want to apply enough water to your lawn and landscape to keep it thriving and healthy, however, over watering [...]
This time of year on Long Island, we receive several service calls from homeowners whose sprinkler zone keeps running and won’t shut off. The first instinct is usually to go to the controller and turn [...]
We are now in our fifth week of spring start-ups and have successfully activated several hundred irrigation systems. We are pleased to report that most client systems are operating well and ready for the season. [...]
Selecting the right irrigation system is an important decision that can improve plant health, conserve water, and reduce long term maintenance costs. The best system for your property will depend on several factors, including the [...]
Lawns are beginning to turn green again. A few warm, sunny days earlier this month were enough to wake up some turf. In general, lawns begin the green-up process when daytime temperatures consistently reach 50-65*F. [...]
The Spring Start Up of your irrigation systems begin this week. Please call to arrange your appointment. Today begins my 44th season of owning and operating Rain Rich Sprinklers. Many things have changed over [...]
