4 Lawn Watering Tips for Kamloops Lawn Care

Plus How to Make Watering Easier with a Professional Irrigation System

If you’ve lived through a Kamloops summer, you know how quickly the sun can dry out your lawn. But keeping your grass green doesn’t have to mean wasting water—or your weekends. With a few smart watering strategies and the right tools, you can keep your lawn healthy and sustainable all season long.

At Look Out Landscaping, we’ve helped homeowners across Kamloops grow stronger, more resilient lawns with the help of proper watering practices and professionally installed irrigation systems. Whether you’re the hands-on type or looking to automate the process entirely, these tips will set you up for success.

1. Water Early in the Morning (Before 10 AM)

The best time to water your lawn is in the early morning, ideally before 10 AM. During this time, the temperature is cooler, the sun is less intense, and there’s typically less wind—all of which means more water makes it into the soil instead of evaporating into the air.

Watering in the morning also helps reduce the risk of lawn diseases. Grass that stays wet overnight is more prone to fungus and mildew, while morning watering gives the blades time to dry out properly under the sun.

2. Water Deeply, 2–3 Times a Week

One of the most common mistakes we see is watering too frequently—but not deeply enough. Shallow, daily watering actually trains your lawn’s roots to stay near the surface, which makes it more vulnerable to drought and heat stress.

Instead, aim to water your lawn deeply a few times a week—typically two to three times depending on the weather and soil conditions. Deep watering encourages roots to grow downwards where the soil stays cooler and more moist, helping your lawn become stronger and more self-sufficient over time.

3. Avoid Watering During the Heat of the Day

Watering your lawn in the middle of a hot summer day is one of the least effective times to do it. When the sun is high and temperatures soar, much of your water will evaporate before it even has a chance to sink in. Worse still, the water droplets can act like magnifying glasses on the grass blades, potentially scorching your lawn.

If you miss the early morning window, it’s better to wait and water in the early evening—but not too late, as you don’t want water sitting overnight. A programmable irrigation system (we’ll get to that in a moment) can make this much easier to manage.

4. Adjust Your Watering with the Seasons

As the seasons shift in Kamloops, so do your lawn’s watering needs. During spring and fall, cooler temperatures and more frequent rainfall mean your grass will need less supplemental water. But during the peak of summer, you may need to increase your watering frequency and duration.

Being flexible with your watering schedule ensures you're giving your lawn exactly what it needs—no more, no less. Not only will this help your lawn thrive, but it’s also a smart way to conserve water and stay in line with local regulations.

Speaking of which—be sure to check out the City of Kamloops’ watering restrictions and guidelines. Staying informed helps protect our community’s water resources and avoids unnecessary fines.

Bonus Tip: Make Watering Automatic with a Custom Irrigation System

We get it—sticking to a perfect watering schedule isn’t easy. Between work, errands, kids, and summer getaways, there’s not always time to think about hose placement or when the last watering happened. That’s why a professionally installed irrigation system can be a game changer.

At Look Out Landscaping, our team of certified irrigation installers designs custom underground sprinkler systems that work with your property, plant types, and lifestyle. Our systems are programmable and zone-specific, meaning they deliver water precisely where it’s needed—without waste or guesswork.

Whether you want to water in the early morning, adjust settings with the seasons, or ensure your lawn stays green while you're away, we can make it happen. From design and installation to system calibration and maintenance, we handle it all.

Ready to Take the Hassle Out of Lawn Care?

If you’re tired of dragging hoses around or worried about watering at the wrong time, now’s the perfect time to consider a more efficient solution. A modern irrigation system gives you better control, healthier turf, and more time to enjoy your yard—not just maintain it.

Let Look Out Landscaping help you create a smarter, greener lawn.

Contact us for a free estimate, or learn more about our irrigation installation services.