by 505 Outside | Apr 1, 2026 | Blog, Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation
Most Albuquerque homes have an irrigation box below ground in the yard that contains automatic valves, pressure reducers, and filters with backflow preventers next to the box. The automatic valves are wired to an irrigation controller that’s often in the garage,...
by 505 Outside | Mar 25, 2026 | Do It Yourself (DIY), Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation
Water Meter Information How can I find my water meter? Irrigation Valve Information Do I have an irrigation valve on my property? Install Drip Line from Irrigation Valve Learn how to install drip irrigation to your irrigation valves. How to Install Water to a Tree...
by 505 Outside | Mar 5, 2026 | Deciduous Shrubs, Shrubs
Type: Deciduous Exposure: Sun/Shade Water Use: Medium Mature Size: 10’ H x 10’ W False indigo bush is a deciduous shrub that typically spreads 10–10 feet tall and wide. It has loosely branching, leafy stems and forms dense thickets, especially along riverbanks. It...
by 505 Outside | Mar 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
Water-Wise Vegetable Gardening With our hot summers and low precipitation, growing vegetables in NM can bechallenging. This talk will provide strategies and recommendations for growers tocultivate a thriving vegetable harvest in the region. Discussion will include...
by 505 Outside | Mar 3, 2026 | Deciduous Shrubs, Shrubs
Type: Deciduous Exposure: Full Sun Water Use: Low Mature Size: 2’ H x 3’ W Leadplant is a hardy, drought-tolerant native shrub commonly found in Southwestern landscapes. It is valued for its deep root system, which helps stabilize soil and improve its ability to...