How often should I water my new landscaping?

Aim for deep, infrequent watering verified by the soil, not the clock. Typical Salt Lake and Davis County starting points in summer: lawns 2–3 days per week, 20–30 minutes per zone (adjust for spray vs. rotor heads); shrub/perennial beds on drip once weekly for 45–90 minutes; new trees every 10–14 days with a slow, deep soak around the root zone. Always water at dawn to reduce evaporation and disease. Use a screwdriver or soil probe: if it slides 6 inches easily, moisture is adequate; if not, extend runtime. Newly installed plants may need temporary extra cycles during heat waves; established zones can be dialed back in cooler spells. Program seasonal adjust on your controller and comply with city watering rules. Mulch 2–3 inches (kept off trunks) to hold moisture. Revisit schedules after the first month—roots spread quickly, so you can water less often but more deeply.