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11Jan

Breakdown of 2023 Garden In A Box Offerings

Ali Colbert

Blog,Garden In A Box

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  Q: “The 2023 spring Garden In A Box collection has been released, but where do I start!? How do I select the gardens that will best fit my needs?”

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05Jan

A Creative Reuse Sanctuary

Jenny Steel

Blog

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Off East Simpson Street in Lafayette, you will find a creative sanctuary waiting to inspire you upon your arrival. Kaleidoscope is a place where you can reengage with art or

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15Dec

Do I need to water during the winter?

Phebe Taylor

Blog

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  Q: Do I really need to water during the winter?   A: Easy answer – definitely! High winds, dry air, low humidity, low precipitation, and fluctuating temperatures are normal in

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14Nov

Bask in the Shade to Learn How the Sun can Power Our Future

Jenny Steel

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Resource Central is excited to announce the arrival of the newest shade structure at our Reuse facility – the first step of a much bigger project on the way! The

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26Oct

Largest Landfill Diversion Day

Jenny Steel

Blog,Press Release

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  BOULDER- Local nonprofit, Resource Central, had the highest landfill diversion day in its history on Saturday, October 15. Resource Central diverted more than 107,000 pounds of tools last Saturday

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24May

Types of Sprinkler Heads

Jenny Steel

Blog,Slow the Flow

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  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,

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16Apr

Earth Day celebration at newly renovated zero waste hub in Boulder

Neal Lurie

Blog,News,Press Release,ReSource

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BOULDER – After a year of construction and facility upgrades, the community is invited to celebrate Earth Day at Boulder’s zero waste headquarters with a renovation reveal. Local nonprofits Resource

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10Mar

Soil Amendement Basics

Phebe Taylor

Blog

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Q:  Amending my soil feels daunting. What should I consider when thinking about it? A: A soil amendment is any material added to the soil (as opposed to mulch, which

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07Feb

Determining Your Yard’s Sun Exposure

Ali Colbert

Blog,Garden In A Box

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  Q: “How do I tell whether my yard is full sun, part shade, or “adaptable” sun exposure? It’s tough to tell what it’ll be this summer right now.” A:

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26Jan

Splendid Seasons garden image

Waterwise Garden Goes Big

Ali Colbert

Blog,Garden In A Box

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        In partnership with Denver Botanic Gardens and Northern Water, Resource Central, a local conservation-focused nonprofit, is excited to announce the newest Garden In A Box offering,

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Recent Posts

  • Marshall Fire victims to get free waterwise gardens to help build climate resilient yards
  • Breakdown of 2023 Garden In A Box Offerings
  • A Creative Reuse Sanctuary

Archives

  • (+) 2023 (2)
    • (+) January (2)
      • Breakdown of 2023 Garden In A Box Offerings
      • A Creative Reuse Sanctuary
  • (+) 2022 (11)
    • (+) December (1)
      • Do I need to water during the winter?
    • (+) November (1)
      • Bask in the Shade to Learn How the Sun can Power Our Future
    • (+) October (1)
      • Largest Landfill Diversion Day
    • (+) May (1)
      • Types of Sprinkler Heads
    • (+) April (1)
      • Earth Day celebration at newly renovated zero waste hub in Boulder
    • (+) March (1)
      • Soil Amendement Basics
    • (+) February (1)
      • Determining Your Yard's Sun Exposure
    • (+) January (4)
      • Waterwise Garden Goes Big
      • Start Planning Your Waterwise Yard Now!
      • Breakdown of 2022 Garden In A Box Offerings
      • Resource Central provides free tool rentals, building materials to help families impacted by Marshall Fire
  • (+) 2021 (6)
    • (+) October (1)
      • First Frost Yard and Garden Tips
    • (+) September (1)
      • A Few Fall Gardening Tips
    • (+) July (1)
      • Income-qualified Pilot Program for Garden In A Box
    • (+) June (2)
      • Emma Gomez Martinez Park Garden
      • Mowing Tips
    • (+) May (1)
      • 3 Commonly Believed Colorado Lawn Myths
  • (+) 2020 (20)
    • (+) December (1)
      • Future Renovations at Resource Central
    • (+) October (1)
      • Star in Our Virtual Event
    • (+) September (1)
      • When One Door Opens, Another Man’s Treasure
    • (+) July (3)
      • Summer Gardening Tips
      • Is fall the new spring for planting?
      • July Smart Irrigation Month Tips & Resources
    • (+) June (3)
      • Gardening in Hot Weather
      • Clover Lawns: In Partnership with Grass
      • Standing Up Against Injustice
    • (+) April (3)
      • Spring Mowing 101: Tips for a healthy (and water-efficient!) lawn
      • Earth Day: Now More Than Ever
      • Overheard In Our Inbox: COVID-19 and Garden Pickups
    • (+) March (5)
      • Resource Central's COVID-19 Response: Putting Conservation and Safety into Action
      • Deconstruction vs Demolition
      • Spring Cleanup Tips
      • Resisting Rabbits and Deer with Garden In A Box
      • Versatile Ideas: 7 Ways to Reuse Tile
    • (+) February (2)
      • Overheard In Our Inbox: What To Plant Beneath A Pine
      • Late Winter Planning for Spring Success
    • (+) January (1)
      • 5 Cheap Kitchen Renovation Ideas
  • (+) 2019 (20)
    • (+) December (1)
      • What to Know about Reclaimed Lumber
    • (+) October (2)
      • Caring For Trees: Selection, Maintenance and Pruning
      • Planting Cover Crops to Improve your Garden
    • (+) August (2)
      • How To Support Pollinators With Your Garden
      • Gifts From Your Garden
    • (+) July (1)
      • Emerald Ash Borer and Japanese Beetle: The Terrible Two
    • (+) June (2)
      • Pallet Upcycling Contest Encourages Community Creativity
      • Plant Propagation Methods
    • (+) May (5)
      • 5 Ways to Xeriscape on a Budget
      • Xeriscaping in Colorado: A Step by Step Guide
      • How to Save Money in the Garden
      • 5 Plants For Your Colorado Pollinator Garden
      • Top 10 Drought-Tolerant Plants for Colorado
    • (+) April (3)
      • First winners of Renew Our Schools 2.0!
      • Resource Central Urges Caution in the Shadow of Drought
      • General Guidelines on Fertilizing
    • (+) March (1)
      • 7 Spring Upcycling Projects
    • (+) February (1)
      • The Scoop on Soil Testing
    • (+) January (2)
      • The Power of Decluttering
      • What to expect in my garden throughout the seasons
  • (+) 2018 (19)
    • (+) December (1)
      • Gifts From You To Your Garden
    • (+) October (4)
      • Unearth the Turf: Outdoor Water Savings
      • First Frost Alert: What should I do for my plants?
      • Fall Maintenance & Cleanup Tips
      • Tales of Turf Removal: Part 3
    • (+) August (1)
      • Harvesting Veggies: One of the Joys of Summer
    • (+) July (3)
      • Measuring Rain for Science!
      • How to Prevent Summer Damage to Your Garden
      • Tales of Turf Removal: Part 2
    • (+) June (1)
      • Gardening Tips for a Successful First Year
    • (+) May (3)
      • Tales of Turf Removal: Part 1
      • The Basics of Lawn Care
      • Resource Central launches H2Own It initiative to tackle water scarcity
    • (+) April (1)
      • Spring Maintenance for a Happy Garden
    • (+) March (3)
      • Tool Library lends a hand (saw)
      • Garden In A Box xeriscape program attracts hummingbirds, honeybees, & homeowners
      • Garden In A Box Prep!
    • (+) February (2)
      • Happy Houseplants - All Winter Long!
      • Who's in the spotlight?
  • (+) 2017 (1)
    • (+) September (1)
      • Time to Take out That Thirsty Turf?
  • (+) 2016 (1)
    • (+) January (1)
      • ReSource Sets Record for Reducing Building Materials Waste
  • (+) 2015 (8)
    • (+) December (1)
      • Jefferson County Schools Lead in Energy Savings
    • (+) April (1)
      • 12 months to zero waste – yikes! How about 12 months to LESS waste?
    • (+) March (3)
      • Women In Conservation
      • The History (& Future) of Toilets
      • The Importance of Sustainability Education in Schools
    • (+) February (1)
      • Water Economics In Colorado: Supply and Demand
    • (+) January (2)
      • Notes from a Nonprofit Nerd: The Balance in Abundance
      • Every Day Is Earth Day: My Transition from Marine Conservation to Water Conservation
  • (+) 2014 (3)
    • (+) December (2)
      • Notes from a Nonprofit Nerd - A Single Resolution
      • Notes From a Nonprofit Nerd
    • (+) November (1)
      • Is This Thing On?

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