BEATING THE SUMMER HEAT
BEATING THE SUMMER HEAT
TITANSCAPE – HOLLADAY, UTAH | TITANSCAPE.CO
Utah summers can turn even a healthy lawn dry and brittle. The good news? A few heat-smart tactics will keep your Holladay yard green, resilient, and ready for backyard gatherings. Here’s how we at Titanscape protect landscapes from scorching temperatures—and how you can do the same.
WATER DEEP, NOT DAILY
Surface sprinkles evaporate fast and leave roots thirsty.
– Schedule one or two deep soakings each week, starting at dawn.
– Run sprinklers long enough to push moisture at least six inches into the soil; deeper roots handle heat better.
– Consider a smart controller that automatically adjusts run times based on local weather data.
RAISE THE MOWER HEIGHT
Longer blades shade the soil and slow evaporation.
– Set cool-season grasses around three inches tall.
– Keep mower blades sharp; clean cuts lose less water and resist disease.
MULCH WHERE IT MATTERS
Bare soil bakes quickly under the Utah sun.
– Spread a two-inch layer of shredded bark or compost around trees, shrubs, and flower beds.
– Avoid rock mulch around delicate perennials; stones trap heat and can scorch roots.
CHOOSE PLANTS BUILT FOR HEAT
Drought-tolerant varieties stay vibrant when temperatures rise.
– Colorful options include Russian sage, yarrow, and penstemon—perfect for low-water landscapes.
– Replace thirsty bluegrass patches with fescue blends or native grasses that need less irrigation.
CHECK IRRIGATION FOR LEAKS AND CLOGS
One broken head can dry out an entire zone.
– Run a midday test cycle; look for uneven spray, clogged nozzles, or puddles.
– Clean filters and adjust heads so water lands on plants, not sidewalks.
GIVE TREES A BOOST
Shade trees cool surrounding grass and patios.
– Deep-water mature trees once a month with a slow hose soak at the drip line.
– Skip heavy pruning in midsummer; fresh cuts expose limbs to extra stress.
WHEN TO CALL TITANSCAPE
– Dry patches or wilting beds despite regular watering
– Sprinkler upgrades, smart controller installs, or zone redesigns
– A mid-season lawn and plant health check to catch problems early
READY FOR A COOLER, GREENER YARD?
Heat stress doesn’t have to rule your summer landscape. Call Titanscape for a free consultation. Our local experts will design a heat-smart plan that keeps your Holladay yard thriving through the hottest months—so you can spend more time enjoying the shade and less time worrying about brown spots.
