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California water official: Conservation is ‘from now on’
The State Water Resources Control Board met and decided to extend California’s emergency drought regulations, despite recent record-breaking rainfall.
February 9, 2017
Despite recent floods in Northern California, the state had decided to continue its emergency regulations. Photo: Bob Dass/Flickr
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California drought begins to ease after 6 relentless years
Recent precipitation has caused optimism that the six-year drought in California may be drawing to an end in 2017. Read more on Total Landscape Care!
January 5, 2017
Snow surveyors with the California Department of Water Resources perform surveys to determine the snow-water content level. Photo: California Department of Water Resources
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IA to hold another drought summit, with groundwater group’s help
The Irrigation Association will hold another drought summit at this year’s Irrigation Show and Education Conference at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
November 29, 2016
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Synthetic turf ripe for sustained growth in landscapes, franchiser says
Turfscape is one of many in the artificial turf business experiencing steady – even extraordinary – growth. Click to read more on why business is booming.
November 21, 2016
Today, says Turfscape President Joe Vrankin, high-quality synthetic turf designed specifically for landscape applications is virtually indistinguishable from natural grass when properly installed. Photo: Turfscape
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Houzz offers scholarship for landscape architecture students
Aspiring landscape architects have the opportunity to earn a $2,500 scholarship from Houzz, a website dedicated to home remodeling and design. High school seniors, undergraduates and graduates 17 years of age and older are encouraged to submit applications for spring 2017. Applicants will submit a brief essay on their design and architecture influences. They are […]
November 9, 2016
Photo: U.S. Drought Monitor
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The Golden State heads into its sixth year of drought
The 2016 water year ended on Sept. 30 with California insufficient precipitation once again. Click to see what this means for the water-deficient state.
October 4, 2016
As the 2016 water year ended on Sept. 30, California heads into its sixth year of drought. Photo: Don DeBold/Flickr
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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
Artificial grass has been watered since the 1970s for both saniatation and higher surface temperature control. Photo: Daniel R. Blume/Flickr
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California law enables public shaming of those who waste water
California may have dropped mandatory water usage cuts to curb the drought. but the state has now passed legislation to shame water wasters. Click to read more.
September 1, 2016
Households like Oakland A’s executive Billy Beane were public shamed after being fined for excessive water usage. Photo: Google Maps
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California rebates for turf removal remain but harder to get
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power tightened up the criteria needed to be eligible for turf removal rebates on Tuesday. Click to read more on changes.
August 19, 2016
Native plants and gravel are common accepted materials used to replace turf in removal programs. Photo: Jeremy Levine/Flickr
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If drought means lawn must go, replace it with living plants
In the spirit of conservation, Californians look for ways to cut down on watering. Click to read more on the research that makes a case for eliminating the lawn.
August 3, 2016
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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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Rain Bird marks Smart Irrigation Month with church project
Rain Bird and volunteers provided a comprehensive makeover, including irrigation system, to a church in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. Click to read more.
July 14, 2016
A number of green industry companies in Southern California joined Rain Bird in donating labor and materials for the renovation project. Photo: Rain Bird
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