Water management systems consist of several components, intricately combined. Customer demand must be met, company assets must be monitored, and water safety must be maintained. If any one of these aspects fail, water service is disrupted. Today, AI (artificial intelligence) monitoring systems connected to remote sensors can immediately recognize any minor changes in performance that […]
On a professional sports field, every blade of grass needs to perform—under cleats, cameras, and crowds. Turf must be consistent, safe, and game-ready, no matter the weather. That’s why top teams in the NFL, MLB, NCAA, and beyond use smart irrigation systems to ensure precise watering where and when it’s needed—minimizing stress zones, eliminating guesswork, […]
Sustainable landscaping protects the environment and preserves limited water resources, while keeping landscapes beautiful and healthy. Eco-friendly techniques used to maintain green spaces, lawns and gardens in sustainable landscaping include planting drought-tolerant native species that are adapted to local climate and soil, using organic materials instead of fertilizers to nourish soil, and water-efficient irrigation, which […]
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 […]
In 2023, California signed AB1572 into law, requiring the removal of non-functional turf irrigated with potable water by 2028. The move is a bold step toward long-term water conservation and climate adaptation. For sustainability leaders, facility managers, and landscape specifiers, the message is clear: the era of turf-heavy commercial landscapes is ending. But as organizations […]
In the early days of irrigation technology, “smart” meant a plastic box with a blinking light and an irrigation schedule programmed by hand. If you were lucky, the system stuck to it. If you were really lucky, the plants lived. But times have changed. Smart irrigation has shifted how we manage landscapes efficiently and sustainably. […]
Water is one of our most vital, yet vulnerable, resources. As climate change, population growth, and aging infrastructure place increasing strain on global water supplies, organizations have a responsibility to reduce water waste—especially in outdoor irrigation. Conserving, optimizing, and managing water must be a priority—and one of the most effective and proven ways to do […]
Once early Spring clean-up of garden and flower beds is done, and the ground is unfrozen, preparing and planting landscapes can finally begin. It’s also the perfect time of year to create a water-wise landscape for efficient watering over the hot months of Summer ahead. A water-wise landscape conserves water. Native plants require little to […]
As environmental awareness and climate concerns grow, maintaining a sustainable company image has never been more critical. Landscaping plays a key role in shaping that image. Sustainable commercial landscaping and maintenance practices not only support environmental health but also enhance a company’s reputation and brand identity. However, true sustainability in landscaping is impossible without efficient […]
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 […]
