by 505 Outside | Jan 3, 2024 | Desert Accents
Type: Desert accent evergreen Exposure: Full sun Water Use: Low Mature Size: 6’ H x 4’ W This is a small tree-forming yucca. It can grow from 5 to 8 feet tall and 6 feet wide. Its trunk can grow around 5 to 8 inches in diameter. The light green leaves with pale yellow...
by 505 Outside | Nov 30, 2023 | Evergreen Shrubs, Shrubs
Type: Semi-evergreen shrub Exposure: Full Sun Water Use: Low Mature Size: 8’ H x 12’ W This semi-evergreen shrublike tree puts on an interesting fall display as the white seeds twist into a feathery white tail so big it obscures the green leaves. It thrives in hot...
by 505 Outside | Nov 30, 2023 | Blog, Design, Landscape Tips, Planting Tips, Xeriscape
Creating a landscape plan is a complicated endeavor. Luckily for home gardeners, landscape architects specialize in designing outdoor spaces. Today, we’re sharing a unique plan by New Mexico landscape designer David Cristiani to give you some inspiration and ideas for...
by 505 Outside | Nov 30, 2023 | Blog, Design, Do It Yourself (DIY), Landscape Tips, Maintenance Tips
Sometimes you need help to create your perfect desert friendly landscape. Many times, this involves hiring a landscape contractor. The Water Utility Authority is committed to helping its customers. Below we share some tips to help you choose a landscape contractor....
by 505 Outside | Nov 1, 2023 | Blog, Landscape Tips, Maintenance Tips, Planting, Planting Tips, Watering Recommendations
Albuquerque has a variety of soil types. Learning what type of soil is in your yard is a critical step to understanding how water will infiltrate the soil and how long specific plants need to be watered to get the water to the correct depth. VALLEY SOILS Valley soils...
