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Tree care often demands patience for case-by-case study
Dry conditions mean trees may be suffering more than you know – and more than your landscaping clients realize. Click for tips to educate your clients on tree care.
August 1, 2016
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Water features, popular elsewhere, dry up in California
With rainfall lacking in California, public perception of water features as wasteful is a difficult obstacle to overcome for companies specializing in them.
April 6, 2016
This interactive fountain at the Anaheim Convention Center was completed back in 2013, and is just one of the many projects California Waters has completed. Photo: California Waters
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Bill to force WOTUS revision dies; Republicans move to kill rule
The Waters of the United States passed the Senate with a 55-43 vote. Under the resolution the WOTUS would be eliminated not just revised.
November 4, 2015
Senator Joni Ernst offered S.J. Res 22 to eliminate WOTUS after S. 1140 was blocked by Democratic senators. Photo: Wikipedia
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Some beekeepers leaving California due to drought
While the four-year drought in California hasn’t brought the state’s agricultural industry to a standstill, it has shrunk its crops and this, in turn, has affected the beekeeping industry. The lack of precipitation has devastated plants that provide the nectar on which bees feed. Without a large, dependable natural food source for their bees, California’s […]
October 2, 2015
The lack of food and water for bees is driving commercial beekeepers out of the state of California.
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Caltrans wastes millions of gallons of reclaimed water for San Diego landscaping
As Californians grapple with ways to reduce water usage in the face of an epic drought, from painting brown lawns green to removing yards altogether, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) continues to use drinking water to protect miles of landscaping along medians and embankments in San Diego County. Each year, the department uses about […]
April 28, 2015
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Water-use restrictions have California homeowners looking for drought-resistant landscaping
When California Governor Jerry Brown imposed mandatory water restrictions on residents, businesses and farms last week, he caused many to wonder about how to maintain their lawns. The Governor, who ordered cities and towns in the state to reduce water usage by 25 percent, suggested people move away from grass in favor of more drought-tolerant […]
April 8, 2015
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California governor orders first mandatory water cutbacks in state’s history
In an effort to address the state’s long-term drought, California Governor Jerry Brown on Wednesday implemented a 25 percent mandatory water reduction. The order, the first in California history, will impact residents and businesses, but will not affect farmers, who have already suffered cuts to their allocation of water. Last week, NASA’s Jay Famiglietti had […]
April 2, 2015
Already suffering following four years of drought, large landscapes such as parks and golf courses must impose further restrictions following California’s water conservation mandate.
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ETwater Launches Web Service for Creating Irrigation Plans
To help with the water scarcity and extreme drought states are facing, ETwater has launched a web service for creating an optimized irrigation plan for landscapes.
October 1, 2014
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Can You Really Drink Too Much Water?
There’s so much emphasis put on drinking enough water and staying hydrated when working outside — and rightfully so. But is it possible to drink too much water? A 17-year-old Georgia high school football player died this week from drinking too much water and Gatorade, according to CBS News. He complained of cramps during practice […]
August 15, 2014
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How To Select, Maintain Irrigation Systems
Everyone knows that lawns need to be watered. However, there are some general guidelines landscapers need to follow. According to The Grounds Guys, depending on the grass, soil, sunlight and climate, most lawns need an average of 1 inch of water per week to maintain a healthy appearance.
August 13, 2014
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[Infographic] How Much Water Are You Wasting?
Saving water while keep lawns looking green through the summer is not as hard as landscapers might think. Whether it’s using the proper products or watering at the correct time, landscapers can do a lot to help cut down on client’s water bills and wasted water.
June 9, 2014
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Transforming City Center with Water, Fire Features
City Creek Center, Salt Lake City’s mixed-use development, features no humble task – a replica of the area’s historic City Creek running through it, complete with 300 live trout, more than 600 trees and hundreds of native plants. In addition, the 23-acre site includes numerous fountain experiences constructed of natural stone to enhance the locale, […]
May 15, 2014
Photos courtesy Martin van Hemert
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