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...
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...
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...
by 505 Outside | Jan 12, 2021 | Blog, Maintenance Tips, Uncategorized, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips
With drought conditions predicted to continue for the foreseeable future, we’re likely to water more often this spring and summer. Make every drop count – and keep us on track to meet our conservation goals – by performing routine maintenance to maximize your...
by 505 Outside | Nov 13, 2020 | Blog, Maintenance Tips, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips
Just as we take shelter when the weather turns colder, so do your plants. This time of year, plants store most of their nutrients in the roots and find shelter in the ground. We can support this transition to help plants thrive during the entire winter season. Also,...
by 505 Outside | Jun 4, 2020 | Uncategorized, Watering Recommendations
Use a pressure gauge to verify that sprinkler heads are operating at recommended pressures, and check and clean all system filters. Watering Recommendations: Time to follow our Spring Watering Recommendations. Remember, if it rains more than a half inch you can skip...
