24May
Spray it don’t say it. If you’re in the market for sprinklers, check out this quick review. You have three main types of sprinkler heads to choose from: spray, rotor, and high-efficiency nozzles. Spray sprinkler heads work great for shorter distances, under 15”. They also use the most amount of water in the group.
25Jan
Spring is right around the corner! It’s time for you to start planning your waterwise landscape. In order to begin, here are a few things to consider while you wait for the last frost. Sun Exposure: First, take a look at your yard throughout the day and see which areas are in full sun
01Dec
Tired of sinking tons of water into a boring lawn? Dreading your summer water bill? There is a better way– create a stunning Colorado yard this summer! Take a leaf from your neighbors and upgrade your thirsty lawn into a thriving low-water xeriscape. Xeriscapes are low-water yards that are more fit for the arid
23Jul
Colorado Water If you’re unfamiliar with Colorado and water demands, we’ve got a quick summary: Colorado is a semi-arid climate which means it’s not ideal for plants and landscapes that prefer moisture. Most of the residential grass on the market thrives in the North East where humidity is plentiful. Due to the increasing population across
09Jul
Sprinkler systems can be complicated. Small problems can be big lawn care water wasters. Review these 4 common irrigation system issues that could be costing you. We offer more Colorado yard care help with Slow the Flow. Slow the Flow Slow the Flow offers water-saving in-ground sprinkler consultations for your residential property. Through our partnership
04Jun
We are honored to be a part of the beautiful Emma Gomez Martinez Park. A few weekends ago, six Garden In A Box kits were planted to beautify and commemorate Emma’s incredible work in the Boulder community. Emma Gomez Martinez has been an activist and community leader for the Latinx community for decades. Emma and
02Jun
Is your yard looking like it needs a haircut? Before you take out the mower, we have some tips! 1. We recommend 2.5″ – 3″ for leaf length. That extra shade from the leaves assist in keeping their roots cool. You don’t want to cut more than 1/3 of the grass length at once. This
20May
There are some lawn rumors out… is what you’ve heard fact or fiction? Let’s break down these 3 lawn myths. 1. You shouldn’t water at night because mold will grow. False! Colorado is so dry that watering at night will NOT cause any mold/mildew to grow. In fact we recommend watering at night so the
19May
Boulder nonprofit Resource Central is beginning construction of the biggest phase of its building materials reuse facility. The public is invited to watch the groundbreaking ceremony on Facebook at: Facebook.com/ResourceCentral. Boulder Mayor Sam Weaver marked the milestone with zero waste leaders on Wednesday as construction of the new 20,000 sq ft steel canopy over the
16Feb
Local nonprofits Resource Central and Eco-Cycle break ground on facility improvements at 6400 Arapahoe BOULDER – February 16, 2021 – Local residents helping to reduce waste will see significant improvements coming to Boulder’s recycling and reuse facilities at 6400 Arapahoe Road. Resource Central, the conservation-focused nonprofit which operates a building material reuse program, and
