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Monthly Advice

We’re in a Drought Advisory this season, so it’s more important to consider how you are watering your plants. Drip irrigation is the most efficient way to water most landscapes because it delivers water directly to the plants.

If you have a grass lawn, maybe it’s time to rethink that thirsty lawn and convert to a desert-friendly xeriscape. If you are not ready to remove your turf, consider improving your irrigation system by taking advantage of our generous irrigation rebates.

DROUGHT WATERING REMINDERS:

  • Sprinkler and spray irrigation is not allowed between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. from now until Oct. 31 to minimize losses to wind and evaporation. 
  • Customers who use more than twice their winter watering average may incur conservation surcharges. Visit our website to learn more.
  • Water by the Numbers: Just THREE DAYS a WEEK with spray irrigation for grass lawns.
  • Water trees and shrubs for 90 minutes with drip irrigation TWICE a WEEK or 55 minutes with a hose ONCE a WEEK.
  • Please report water waste if you see water in the street!

 

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    Drought  Webinars 

 

Friday May 29, 12 noon – 1 p.m. Irrigation Fundamentals for Greater Water Efficiency with Richard Perce

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Friday June 12, 12 noon – 1 p.m. Tree Biology with Joran Viers

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June 26, 12 noon – 1 p.m. Healing Landscapes: Designing Beautiful, Drought-Tolerant Medicinal Gardens in New Mexico with Maria Thomas

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July 10, 12 noon – 1 p.m. Irrigation Smart Controllers – Going Next Level for Better Results with Richard Perce

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