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Irrigation season has begun, and there are three things to do in April!

Irrigation season has begun, and there are three things to do in April!

by 505 Outside | Apr 1, 2021 | Blog, Home Page, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips

Spring is here, and it is a dry one. Remember that we are under a drought watch, which is no reason to panic, BUT it does mean we need to be much more careful with our water and aware of how efficiently we are using it in our yards. This April, there are three easy...
The Life and Dry Times of 505 Trees

The Life and Dry Times of 505 Trees

by 505 Outside | Apr 1, 2021 | Blog, Home Page, Landscape Tips, Planting Tips, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips

As I write this, a cold thin snow cover still hides the ground, but it won’t last long. If we’re lucky, the snow will slowly melt and seep into the soil; if we aren’t lucky, it will sublimate right into the atmosphere – straight from solid to gas. Alas, the roots of...
Take the Guesswork Out of Programming an Irrigation Controller

Take the Guesswork Out of Programming an Irrigation Controller

by 505 Outside | Mar 5, 2021 | Blog, Uncategorized, Waterwise Tips

Irrigation controllers can be intimidating, particularly because they only get adjusted seasonally and it is easy to forget how to program the timer correctly. In this article, we are going to explain some terms and point out some functions which are universal,...
Drought Advisory and the 2020 Regional Annual Weather Summary

Drought Advisory and the 2020 Regional Annual Weather Summary

by 505 Outside | Mar 5, 2021 | Blog, Waterwise Tips

According to the National Weather Service, 2020 tied with the second warmest and fourth driest year on record. As we go into this season with deepened drought conditions, let’s discuss last year’s weather events. Water usage is affected by various factors...
Make your turfgrass irrigation more efficient in 3 easy steps.

Make your turfgrass irrigation more efficient in 3 easy steps.

by 505 Outside | Feb 1, 2021 | Blog, Landscape Tips, Maintenance Tips, Uncategorized, Waterwise Tips

Adopting water efficiency strategies will be the key to weathering the drought this year. These three simple steps can help you conserve water, rebates available for all three recommendations. 1. Update your controller with a WaterSense Smart Irrigation Controller...
This year: Invest in an Automated Irrigation System

This year: Invest in an Automated Irrigation System

by 505 Outside | Feb 1, 2021 | Blog, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips

There is a saying that “time is more valuable than gold.” Watering your yard can bring relaxation and time to enjoy the beauty of creation. But, for people with larger yards and those who are too busy to devote hours each week to watering, an automated irrigation...
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