by 505 Outside | Jan 1, 2019 | Blog, Watering Recommendations
There is no need to water this month because the greater Albuquerque area received enough precipitation in the last week of December to meet our plants’ water needs! 505Outside follows this basic rule for watering during winter months: If it has rained more than...
by 505 Outside | Jan 1, 2019 | Blog
The Water Authority’s rate structure serves two purposes: 1) To recover the operational costs associated with running a utility (e.g., delivering water to our customers, collecting and treating wastewater, and maintaining our infrastructure to ensure reliable...
by 505 Outside | Jan 1, 2019 | Blog
A lot goes into designing a landscape, hence there’s an entire profession called landscape architecture devoted to designing outdoor spaces. We won’t be able to make you a landscape architect today, but we’re sharing six steps to get you started on a great landscape...
by 505 Outside | Dec 12, 2018 | Blog
Icy sidewalks and streets pose a serious danger to the safety of those who use them. Water Authority customers are subject to fines when water causes ice formation on adjacent property, or the public right-of-way, including sidewalks or other impervious surfaces....
by 505 Outside | Dec 12, 2018 | Blog, Planting Tips
A correctly planted tree will grow more quickly, will be healthier and more attractive, and will live longer than an incorrectly planted one. A healthy tree will also have a stronger and larger root system better able to draw moisture from the soil. This allows it to...