by 505 Outside | Jan 2, 2022 | Blog, Landscape Tips, Planting Tips, Waterwise Tips
The desert friendly xeriscape conversion incentive rebate has been around since the early ’90s and is still going strong. Millions of square feet of thirsty lawns have been converted to healthy xeriscapes that save billions of gallons of water. Although the xeriscape...
by 505 Outside | Dec 1, 2021 | Blog, Landscape Tips, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips
Baby, it’s cold outside. Or is it? How do you water during the cold and dry winter season? The weather predictions are in, and we are headed into a very dry La Niña winter season. This means we need to water our plants this winter in order to keep them healthy. Due to...
by 505 Outside | Dec 1, 2021 | Blog, Watering Recommendations, Waterwise Tips
What is a smart irrigation controller and why would you want one as a gift? The Water Authority’s irrigation efficiency specialist Richard Perce says, “While an irrigation controller is a must for your landscape, a smart controller adjusts your watering based on...
by 505 Outside | Dec 1, 2021 | Evergreen Trees, Trees
Type: Evergreen Tree Exposure: Full Sun Water: Medium Height and Spread: 40’ x 18” The Afghan Pine is a proven winner for our tough high desert climate. A native of central Asia and the eastern Mediterranean region, it performs exceptionally well in our alkaline...
by 505 Outside | Nov 3, 2021 | Flowering Plants
Exposure: Sun/Shade Water: Low Height and Spread: 10” X 10” Blooming Season: Spring Description: The elegant Grape Hyacinth is marked by tightly packed, urn-shaped clusters around the rigid stalks, much like grapes and flowers bloom in early...
