In the Southwest, where water is becoming more scarce with every passing year of Megadrought, xeriscaping has become the predominant landscape of choice. Water-wise and visually-appealing, xeriscaping is a landscape designed with native, drought-tolerant desert plants and succulents, colorful rocks, pavers and pebbled pathways, anchored by lacy ferns and graceful palms—an exotic alternative to water-guzzling […]
Sustainable water management means using water in a way that meets social, economic, and ecological needs without depleting limited resources that would compromise the needs of future generations. Water is life, critical to human survival. With global population exploding from 1.5 billion to nearly 8 billion in just the last 100 years, freshwater withdrawals have […]
As daylight hours begin to wane in late Summer, trees begin preparing for the oncoming Winter at the cellular level to increase their cold tolerance. Shrinkage, sugar concentration and dehydration are happening, and their metabolism slows as they enter a state of dormancy. By mid-Winter, they reach their adapted tolerance, their cells now hardened and […]
Soaring water rate hikes in four West Coast and Southwest cities have been set in motion– beginning in 2025– and will continue to rise over the next several years. Water districts in San Diego are about to be slammed with an unexpected 40% rate hike over the next few years by the San Diego County Water […]
On an athletic field, natural grass is usually favored over artificial turf. Natural grass not only looks great, but creates a cooler field surface for players. It also eliminates injuries athletes can experience on unforgiving synthetic turf. But natural grass is a living plant, and regular gameplay and heavy stomping will damage the field surface if not properly maintained.
A lush and colorfully planted HOA landscape is not only appealing to the eye, it also increases property value. It’s called curb appeal, but beautiful landscaping doesn’t maintain itself. It takes time and effort.
Efficiently managing irrigation while away on Summer vacation can be challenging, especially if an unexpected stormy weather pattern strikes and you’re not there to adjust or turn off the automated timer.
A green roof is basically a vegetative landscape planted over a waterproofed structure. It can be as simple as an esthetically pleasing, planted private space up on the roof, or as expansive as a rooftop plaza on a commercial building, hotel or hospital.
Watersheds are vital to sustaining life. They feed bodies of water that supply our drinking water, and provide water for agriculture, manufacturing and recreation. Watersheds also serve as natural habitats for various animals and plants. So it’s critical that we protect our watersheds to keep them clean and healthy.
Today’s smart irrigation technology will not only save you time, water and money, it will help your dormant plants’ root systems survive the frozen months of Winter to grow strong, healthy plants come Spring!
