by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Planting Tips
Many flowers will bloom longer or bloom again after a short rest if the spent flower stems are removed once the blossoms fade. Wildflowers such as Penstemon may be longer-lived if the spent flower stems are removed before the plants put energy into producing seeds....
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Planting Tips
There are several garden amenities that both wildlife and people find especially important: Layers of planting from tall tree canopies to low- growing groundcovers. The protection of dense vegetation in some areas and open spaces in others: groups of shrubs, flowers...
by 505 Outside | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Maintenance Tips
Xeriscapes can be designed to require very little maintenance, to be healthy and attractive with seasonal cleanup and pruning rather than weekly mowing, but no garden is completely maintenance-free. To ensure that your landscape looks its best and stays water-wise,...
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...
