by 505 Outside | Dec 1, 2022 | Blog, Design, Landscape Tips, Planting, Planting Tips, Uncategorized
Homeowners are constantly looking for that perfect plant for that exact spot. Unfortunately, there isn’t a simple answer. Landscape designers know there are so many factors that go into placing the right plant in the right place. Sun-loving plants should be planted in...
by 505 Outside | Sep 1, 2022 | Blog, Design, Landscape Tips, Planting, Planting Tips, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips, Xeriscape
Congratulations to the ten winners of our first annual Water Authority Desert Friendly Landscape Contest! Thank you for sharing your beautiful gardens with us. They are an inspiration for others to make the switch to desert-friendly landscapes. The transformation of a...
by 505 Outside | Sep 1, 2022 | Blog, Design, Do It Yourself (DIY), Fall, Planting, Planting Tips, Uncategorized
Containers are an easy way to add a splash of color to your garden, porch, balcony or patio, without ever having to dig a hole in our hard New Mexico soil. While you could drop pansies or geraniums in a pot and consider it complete, you could also plant a truly...
by 505 Outside | Aug 1, 2022 | Blog, Design, Planting, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips, Xeriscape
Congratulations to the ten winners of our first annual Water Authority Desert Friendly Landscape Contest! Thank you for sharing your beautiful gardens with us. They will be an inspiration for others to make the switch to desert-friendly landscapes. Succulent Garden...
by 505 Outside | Jul 1, 2022 | Blog, Design, Planting, Planting Tips, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips, Xeriscape
Congratulations to the ten winners of our first annual Water Authority Desert Friendly Landscape Contest! Thank you for sharing your beautiful gardens with us. They will be an inspiration for others to make the switch to desert-friendly landscapes. A Garden for the...
by 505 Outside | Mar 1, 2022 | Blog, Design, Do It Yourself (DIY), Lawn Care, Maintenance, Maintenance Tips, Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation, Watering Recommendations
Since the Albuquerque area receives about 9” of rain on average per year and grass lawns can use up to 50” of water per year, the proper design of an irrigation system for a grass lawn is of utmost importance when it comes to water efficiency. Irrigation efficiency...
