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Taking advantage of problem-solving plants
Colorful gardens are rare in dry environments. Avoid having colorless gardens by learning about problem-solving plants that will help your garden flourish.
May 25, 2018
Business
OPEI harkens to Californiaâs lessons for spring planting
The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) reminds everyone of the importance of making smart long-term landscaping choices.
March 17, 2017
Business
L.A. water agency takes heat for wetting down its synthetic turf
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power angered residents with an untimely watering of artificial grass. Click to read more details.
September 19, 2016
Business
California HOA demands residents return to âbeautiful landscapingâ
The Blackhawk Homeowners Association in Danville, California has had it with brown lawns. It's expecting âbeautiful landscapingâ from residents, drought or not.
April 13, 2016
Business
California rebates for turf removal now appear dead on vine
Southern California's Metropolitan Water District met to discuss the 2 yr budget -- & none of the proposed $59 million is intended to be used for the turf removal program.
March 11, 2016
Business
How to: Keyhole gardens can work anywhere, beautifully
Keyhole gardens may have started in Africa, but their simple, efficient design makes them desirable in any location, especially those affected by drought. The name comes from the shape of the raised-bed design. If observed from a birdâs-eye view, the garden looks like a circle with a wedge taken out, or a keyhole. The design [âŚ]
October 8, 2015
Business
Water utilities sponsor drought-friendly landscape competitions
Several U.S. water utilities are sponsoring competitions for the best drought-tolerant landscape, with some offering prizes beyond bragging rights, such as extra rebates and more. The deadline is fast approaching for residents and businesses served by New Braunfels Utilities (NBU) in Texas to enter the fourth annual NBU Drought Tolerant Landscape Contest. Both commercial and [âŚ]
May 28, 2015
Business
Free âWater Wiseâ workshops ongoing in California
The Santa Barbara County Water Agency (SBCWA) is playing host to several free âWater Wiseâ workshops focused on using the principles of the watershed approach to create drought-tolerant gardens and landscapes. The three-hour classes introduce sustainable techniques such as collecting rainwater as a resource, removing turf without chemicals, selecting the right plants, understanding your garden [âŚ]
May 19, 2015
Design-Build
California homeowner prevails over HOA in replacing lawn with drought-tolerant landscaping
After a seven-month conflict with her homeownerâs association (HOA), Carlsbad, California, resident Tracee Buck finally has the water-saving yard she wants. Buck decided to let her lawn die and replace it with more drought-tolerant landscaping because of the financial and environmental cost of watering it. She tells News10 her HOA fought her every step of [âŚ]
May 8, 2015
Business
Energy Program Could Save California Billions of Gallons of Water
With the threat of drought and fines hanging over residentâs heads in California, one program is stepping in to help. The Home Energy Renovation Opportunity (HERO) program encourages 169 of Californiaâs communities to invest in water-saving upgrades.
July 25, 2014
Business
Public Relations
Joshua Siskinâs ability to cultivate bonds with clients, employees and the public allows his business to flourish. As you walk the quiet streets of Raintree, itâs easy to see why residents are drawn to the neighborhood.
November 21, 2012
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