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Monday, May 8 - Sunday, May 14
Based on City of Frisco weather station data, no watering is recommended this week.

Time of day watering guidelines apply now that it's Daylight Savings Time (DST).
Irrigation controllers should be adjusted for the time change. Do not set controllers to run between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Running your sprinklers in the early morning and evening helps minimize water loss due to evaporation.


Watering Schedule Map - Set Your Controller - Cycle & Soak Watering - Free Sprinkler Checkup
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Protecting yourself from mosquitos is important for your health (and sanity). You can wage a "W.A.R." on mosquitoes to reduce the numbers around your home. The next step is to create a home environment that is inhospitable to these insects. Did you know that the plants you choose for your yard can make a difference?

Many plants make chemical compounds in the tissues of their leaves that serve as a natural insect repellent. While you might already be familiar with some of these plants (i.e. citronella), many of our North Texas native plant species contain insect-deterring compounds and are also well-adapted to our fickle North Texas climate.
  • In addition to being shade and drought tolerant (and beautiful), when crushed and rubbed on clothing, fresh leaves of American Beautyberry have long been touted as an effective means of keeping biting insects away.
  • Also referred to as "horsemint," Lemon Bee Balm is a North Texas wildflower in the mint family that deters mosquitos while also attracting helpful native pollinators, such as bees and hummingbirds. For a natural repellent, crush the leaves to release the fragrant oils.
  • Mexican Mint Marigold has a licorice scent that many insects (including mosquitoes) find repellent. In fact, their aroma is so strong to wildlife that marigolds often have the effect of deterring larger species such as rabbits and deer as well – and as such, are often used to line the perimeters of gardens. Mexican mint marigolds are also edible, and are often used in cooking as a substitute for French tarragon.
While sprays may sometimes be necessary to provide complete coverage, plants with insect repelling natural oils can help to reduce the overall number of mosquitos in your yard. Place insect-repelling plants anywhere people or animals might frequent – especially in seating areas or around doorways. 

Encourage your family and visitors to interact with these plants too; the helpful oils are released every time you brush up against the plant, and crush the leaves!
You've got questions and our Licensed Irrigators have answers.

This week's question:

How do I know what nozzle to use?

Answer: 

Nozzles come in many sizes. Check the top of the nozzle for a number and letter. The number you see is the Radius, how far the nozzle will spray. The letter is the Arc, the pattern of spray. Most commonly you will see F- Full nozzles/360° Pattern, H- Half Nozzles/180° Pattern, and Q-Quarter Nozzles/ 90° pattern. Additionally, you may also see A-Adjustable nozzles which can range from 0°-360°. When replacing nozzles your goal is for the water to reach the nearest head, without water over spraying onto sidewalks or buildings.  Run the zone to get an idea of where the nearest head is and measure the distance between the heads. See below for some common scenarios.

  • If you measure 10’ to the nearest head and the head is in the middle of your yard, a 10F nozzle could be used.
  • If you measure 12’ to the nearest head and the head is next to the sidewalk, a 12H nozzle could be used.
  • If you measure 15’ to the nearest head and the head is at the edge of your property line and near the sidewalk, a 15Q could be used.




Jo Ostertag, Senior Irrigation Inspector

Want your questions answered? Email us at waterwise@friscotexas.gov.
GPCD: Frisco's Water Statistics
The average daily water usage per person in Frisco is known as the GPCD. Calculations are obtained by dividing the total number of gallons used in Frisco by our city's population.

This week in Frisco, the GPCD was 187.
Last week, the GPCD was 150.
2022 Water Quality Report
Frisco water meets with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and exceeds all state and federal drinking water standards. Learn more by reviewing the Superior Rating. The City of Frisco is proud to let its customers know they receive safe, high-quality drinking water. Frisco’s water system has an Annual Drinking Water Quality Report.

To learn more about how Frisco keeps your drinking water clean, check out the City's most recent Progress in Motion video!
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