by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Maintenance Tips
Mulches are blankets of loose material that cover the soil to minimize evaporation, keep roots cool in summer, suppress weed growth and slow erosion. Mulches can also provide visual interest and make the landscape more cohesive until young plants mature to fill the...
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Waterwise Tips
Efficient irrigation saves water. When plants are grouped by their water needs, plants that need water more often in summer, such as vegetable gardens, fruit trees or turf, can be accommodated while desert natives with the lowest water needs can be watered less often...
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Planting Tips
Choose native and low-water-use plants whenever possible. From the low desert of southern New Mexico to the foothills of the northern mountains, there is an amazing diversity of water-wise plants that we can use in our gardens. Whether you want to have year-round...
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Planting Tips
New Mexico is the land of enchantment. The blue- grass state is Kentucky. People love our sunny skies and low humidity; bluegrass does not. How much thirsty lawn is appropriate here? Kentucky bluegrass is a cool season grass that requires a minimum of 40 inches of...
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Planting Tips
If you’re planting a lawn, a vegetable garden or fruit trees, you may need to add generous amounts of compost to your soil before you plant so that the soil absorbs and holds water more efficiently. If you’re landscaping with native and xeric plants, you probably...
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Waterwise Tips
We encourage our customers to follow these outdoor water-saving recommendations. Plant drought-resistant landscapes Click here for information on xeriscaping. Put your irrigation system on an automatic timer A lot of water can be wasted in a short period of time...
