As the world’s population continues to grow, so does the global demand for life-sustaining water across all continents. But due to ongoing, historic Megadrought conditions, water resources are fast dwindling and becoming extremely scarce. Summers are blazing hotter and longer, and rainfall is less frequent. Snowpacks that are depended upon to fill reservoirs are scanty […]
Although lawns and plants of Summer will go dormant in the Fall to conserve their energy before the long, frigid months of Winter, it’s vital that landscape maintenance continues to prepare for Spring thaw to come. That means pruning, trimming—as well as planting and caring for new Winter landscapes. Maintaining Landscapes Before Winter Sets In […]
If you’ve seen headlines about “Day Zero,” here’s the plain-English version: it’s the hypothetical day when taps run dry—when a city no longer has enough reliable supply and pressure to deliver water to homes and businesses. It’s not just a global problem; U.S. communities are edging closer as hotter, drier conditions collide with population growth […]
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 […]
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 […]
Extreme weather events like drought, wildfires, and flooding are becoming more frequent —
leaving properties vulnerable to destruction. Luckily, using smart water management solutions
can tackle climate risk on properties to make them more sustainable and resilient.
