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Drought-Proof Your Lawn This Summer | Raleigh News
North Carolina’s drought is hitting hard—nearly half the state’s in severe conditions, with some areas at exceptional drought levels. Over 100 water systems now have restrictions, and folks are getting fined for overuse. Lawn care experts are sharing survival tips: water early morning if allowed, skip fertilizer and weed killers, raise mower blades or skip mowing entirely to reduce stress. Drought-tolerant grasses like tall fescue and zoysiagrass help, but environment matters—shade from trees can change everything. Mulch or pine straw protects soil moisture, and soil sensors give real-time…
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