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03Jun

Brightly colored garden with catmint.

Gardening for Pollinators: Interview with Ashley White of the Butterfly Pavilion

Ali Colbert

Blog,Garden In A Box,Save Water

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Ali of Resource Central’s Garden In A Box program sat down with Ashley White of the Butterfly Pavilion and designer of the Butterfly Haven Garden In A Box to chat

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30May

A sprinkler technician and a homeowner review information together in the front yard.

Waterwise Community Field Blog: Karen of Broomfield

Garrett Brown

Blog,Save Water,Slow the Flow,Waterwise Communities

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I tag along on Karen’s Slow the Flow appointment, learning about sprinkler efficiency and her watering experience in the following weeks. With the spring kicking off our Slow the Flow

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29May

Watering Grass on a Slope

Lisa Anderson

Blog,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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Watering turf grass on a steep slope can present some unique challenges. Slopes naturally lead to higher runoff (and other forms of water waste) and more uneven watering compared to

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23May

A collage of images from the 2025 CU Sale at Resource Central

Rock & Reuse Kicks Off with a Day of Community and Conservation

Sarah Smith

Blog,Materials Reuse

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Warmer weather and conservation are in full swing with Resource Central’s Rock & Reuse concert series, with a busy and impactful summer on the horizon!

15May

A lawn mower on a freshly mowed patch of grass with manicured shrubs in the background

Lawn Mowing Tips

Lisa Anderson

Blog,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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When and how you mow plays a crucial role in your lawn’s health and appearance. Follow these best practice lawn mowing tips below to ensure that your grass thrives all

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13May

Transform Your Yard into a Waterwise Oasis, Enter the Garden In A Box Giveaway

Taylor Hinojosa

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Get ready for spring! We’re giving two lucky winners each a $200 Garden In a Box gift card to create a stunning, low-water landscape.

07May

Waterwise Community Field Blog: Kerry White of Boulder

Garrett Brown

Blog,Garden In A Box,Lawn Replacement,Save Water,Waterwise Communities

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Kerry and I talk landscape design, water conservation, and her upcoming Lawn Removal Service appointment. “We knew we didn’t want a full [Kentucky] bluegrass lawn.” That was Kerry’s thought when

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07May

Rock Canyon students exploring solar panels

Watt’z Up Wednesday: Explore Renewable Energy

Renew Our Schools

Blog,Renew Our Schools

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Want to get your students excited about the future of energy? This week, explore the world of renewable energy with hands-on activities that bring solar, wind, and hydro power to

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01May

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Spring Sprinkler & Lawn Care Checklist

Lisa Anderson

Blog,Lawn Replacement,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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Check out these lawn care tips, from watering to aeration to mower maintenance, to set up your lawn for success this summer.

30Apr

Eagleville Students

Watt’z Up Wednesday: Put Energy Use to the Test

Renew Our Schools

Blog,Renew Our Schools

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Ready to get hands-on with energy learning? This week, turn your classroom into a mini lab by putting energy use to the test! This activity helps students connect data and

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