This Highly Rated Amazon Find Can Cover Large Areas To Efficiently Water Lawns

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A well-watered lawn is nice to look at, but beyond that it's an important way to maintain the value of your property. For those with a built-in irrigation system, watering the lawn is likely something that's taken for granted — a push of a button is all that's needed to kickstart a complete hydration cycle. Those without a sprinkler system, however, might be pleased to know they no longer have to stand outside with a hose in hand for an extended period of time. A highly rated Amazon product – Joeys 360°Rotating Sprinkler — is designed to cover large lawns easily and efficiently.

Retailing for $26.99, this sprinkler head simply attaches to your garden hose (as opposed to an in-ground sprinkler system that requires a more extensive installation process, even with a DIY kit). The Joeys sprinkler head has a weighted base, which holds it steadily in place, while the three 360-degree rotating arms distribute water evenly; each arm is adjustable, so you can set the arms at different angles to maximize the water pressure. Measuring 9.8 inches long, 7.9 inches wide, and 3.4 inches high, the sprinkler is compact enough to store away when not in use.

At the time of writing, customers had given the product an average of 4.3 stars (out of five stars) from over 5,250 reviews. Buyers mention the sprinkler head is effective, delivering good coverage to their yard; many reviews also remark the product is a good value for the price.

Before purchasing this sprinkler head, familiarizing yourself with best practices for good results is worthwhile. Firstly, you'll want to confirm that your hose is long enough to allow the sprinkler head to reach every corner of your property needing hydration.

The product specifications state that its range of motion is up to 3,600 square feet wide (with the caveat of "pressure dependent"). Users with smaller yards might be able to place this rotary sprinkler in one spot for efficient watering. Those with larger yards, on the other hand, will likely need to do some trial and error, relocating the sprinkler to a few different spots, and testing the arm positions and angles, to know how best to reach the entire lawn.

It's also helpful to remember that there's a worst and a best time to water your lawn for healthy grass. Choosing to water your lawn in the morning before the heat of the day ensures that the water has a chance to seep deep into the soil and nourish your lawn, rather than evaporating from the sun's heat.

Generally speaking, a home lawn needs about 30 minutes per zone twice a week, although each lawn is different. Factors that can make a difference include how shady your yard is, soil type, and the time of year. Check out our piece on how long you should water your lawn to maintain a lush, green oasis for more helpful watering guidelines.