by 505 Outside | Sep 1, 2020 | Blog, Waterwise Tips
You probably don’t pay a lot of attention to sprinkler bodies, those plastic devices that house the sprinkler’s spray nozzle. Well, not until one breaks and your yard suddenly looks like the fountain at the Bellagio. But selecting the right sprinkler body...
by 505 Outside | Jul 31, 2020 | Blog, Uncategorized, Waterwise Tips
Pressure regulators are another essential technology for improving the efficiency of your irrigation system. They are an integral part of keeping your system running in peak condition. Pressure regulators come in two basic styles: inline or valve fitted. An inline...
by 505 Outside | Jul 31, 2020 | Blog, Uncategorized, Waterwise Tips
Irrigation systems have grown more efficient by leaps and bounds in recent years to maximize water savings. Now, many systems can even communicate with you via your smart phone or computer. There are some tried and true, if under-used, pieces of equipment you can add...
by 505 Outside | Jun 29, 2020 | Blog, Landscape Tips, Planting Tips, Waterwise Tips
Water Authority customers have been inspired to convert their turf to sustainable, resilient xeriscapes that save water, time and money and provide habitat for wildlife and pollinators for many reasons. Below are some of our favorites: “We just didn’t see the...
by 505 Outside | Jun 29, 2020 | Blog, Waterwise Tips
Smart technology has become popular at homes and businesses because it makes some aspects of daily life easier and more efficient. WaterSense Smart Irrigation Controllers are the Water Authority conservation group’s favorite smart technology. These types of...
by 505 Outside | Jun 1, 2020 | Blog, Maintenance Tips, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips
The amount of water needed and where that water should be applied changes as woody plants (such as trees, shrubs and vines) get larger. Woody plant material has two types of roots, stabilizing roots and feeder roots. Both types of roots do just what their...
