by 505 Outside | Mar 1, 2022 | Blog, Maintenance Tips, Watering Recommendations
Since the Albuquerque area receives about 9” of rain on average per year and grass lawns can use up to 50” of water per year, the proper design of an irrigation system for a grass lawn is of utmost importance when it comes to water efficiency. Irrigation efficiency...
by 505 Outside | Feb 1, 2022 | Flowering Plants
Type: Flowering plant Exposure: Full Sun Water Use: Rainwater only Mature Size: 16” x 16” If you’ve hiked around the foothills in the Albuquerque area, chances are you’ve come across this cheerful native flower. Paperflower offers several seasons of interest. Masses...
by 505 Outside | Feb 1, 2022 | Blog, Landscape Tips, Planting Tips, Waterwise Tips
We are living in a time when our climate is going through rapid changes. Winter days have gotten warmer, and very cold nights are decreasing in number. The decrease in snowpack and early snowmelt that volatilizes before it soaks into the soil are creating drier...
by 505 Outside | Feb 1, 2022 | Blog, Waterwise Tips
Typical Spray Irrigation system One of the biggest obstacles holding homeowners back from removing their high-water turfgrass and installing xeriscape is believing that setting up the irrigation system is difficult. Luckily, it is not as hard as you may think. If you...
by 505 Outside | Jan 2, 2022 | Deciduous Shrubs, Shrubs
Type: Deciduous shrub Exposure: Full Sun Water Use: Medium Mature Size: 4’ x 4’ The flowering quince is a winter showstopper, producing spectacular blooms well before anything else starts to green up for spring. This shrub’s apple-like blossoms, ranging in color...
