by 505 Outside | Apr 2, 2019 | Blog, Do It Yourself (DIY), Maintenance, Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation, Waterwise Tips
As irrigation season ramps up, we sat down with the Water Authority’s irrigation specialist to ask a few questions about the utility’s new FREE Efficient Irrigation Consultations. Why is the Water Authority offering this service? In ABQ, 40% of our drinking water is...
by 505 Outside | Mar 5, 2019 | Blog, Do It Yourself (DIY), Maintenance, Maintenance Tips, Spring, Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation, Waterwise Tips, Xeriscape
When do I start my irrigation system back up? Turn on your irrigation system after the last chance of freezing temperatures has passed (typically late March in the greater Albuquerque area, but possibly as late as mid-April). This will prevent damage to your...
by 505 Outside | Aug 27, 2018 | Lawn Care, Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation, Waterwise Tips
Water the lawn only when needed Step on the grass; if it springs back up when you move your foot, it does not need water. The Water Authority recommends watering just one day per week in March, two days per week in April and May, three days per week in the summer,...
by 505 Outside | Aug 27, 2018 | Do It Yourself (DIY), Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation, Waterwise Tips
Use shut-off nozzles on hoses Shut-off nozzles completely turn off the water when you are not using it. Install a hose watering system If you are not ready to invest in an inground irrigation system there are automatic hose systems available. Instead of dragging your...
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation, Waterwise Tips
Efficient irrigation saves water. When plants are grouped by their water needs, plants that need water more often in summer, such as vegetable gardens, fruit trees or turf, can be accommodated while desert natives with the lowest water needs can be watered less often...
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Lawn Care, Planting Tips, Water Conservation, Watering and Irrigation
New Mexico is the land of enchantment. The blue- grass state is Kentucky. People love our sunny skies and low humidity; bluegrass does not. How much thirsty lawn is appropriate here? Kentucky bluegrass is a cool season grass that requires a minimum of 40 inches of...
