Irrigation, by definition, is to “supply land with water” from the Latin word irrigatus.

As you are probably aware, water rates in San Diego went up by 5 percent in December 2023, followed by another 4 percent increase on Jan. 1 With the scarcity of water increasing, rates will likely continue to rise. Following are seven actions the home gardener can take to reduce their water use and water bill.

What services does your water bill cover? Approximately 59 percent of the public utilities fiscal year 2024.