Backwash
Backwash and landscaping
Phoenix asks owners to reuse backwash water to irrigate landscaping, with some care.
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What Phoenix says
Pool water has more salt and chlorine than tap water. Bermuda grass and oleanders can usually take it. Avoid citrus, hibiscus, and other salt sensitive plants.
How to apply
Avoid spraying leaves directly or watering the same spot repeatedly.
Sources
Public pages, linked so you can read the source yourself. Rules change, so confirm the current version with the agency before you rely on it.
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