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Waterwise Communities

12Feb

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Garden In A Box Solves Tricky Areas in Your Yard

Ali Colbert

Blog,Garden In A Box,Lawn Replacement,Slow the Flow,Waterwise Communities

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Want to swap some thirsty lawn for low-water plants this year but having trouble choosing where to start? From shady corners to narrow “hell strips”, see how Garden In A Box can transform these tricky spots into beautiful, low-water gardens with the right plan.

02Feb

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Waterwise Community Field Blog: A Frosty Photo Showcase

Garrett Brown

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One of the largest lawn removals this year took place in Lakewood, where 2,500 sq ft of grass was transformed into a DIY waterwise garden, plus tips to plan yours.

26Jan

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New Year, New Yard!

Ali Colbert

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Has transforming thirsty grass into a colorful, low-water landscape been sitting on your wish list? Resource Central’s water conservation programs are designed to help you move your project off the

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16Jan

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Explore New Garden Designs: Start your Low-water Journey

Phebe Taylor

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The wait is over — the 2026 Garden In A Box designs are officially here! If you’re planning a beautiful, low-water yard this year, our new waterwise garden kits are

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12Jan

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Sign Up for Free Waterwise Yard Seminars

Phebe Taylor

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The 2026 Waterwise Yard Seminar schedule is officially live! Explore our full season of free online classes on xeriscape design, native plants, lawn removal, seasonal care, pollinator support, and climate-adapted landscaping.

24Oct

Waterwise Community Field Blog: Mark of Willows Water District

Garrett Brown

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One of the largest lawn removals this year took place in Lakewood, where 2,500 sq ft of grass was transformed into a DIY waterwise garden, plus tips to plan yours.

25Sep

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Waterwise Community Field Blog: Garden In A Box in Grand Junction

Garrett Brown

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One of the largest lawn removals this year took place in Lakewood, where 2,500 sq ft of grass was transformed into a DIY waterwise garden, plus tips to plan yours.

17Sep

Waterwise Community Interview: Mitch from Longmont

Ben Chew

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Resource Central talks with Mitch from Longmont about his experience with the Lawn Replacement and Garden In A Box Programs.   What inspired you to make a waterwise landscape transformation?

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12Aug

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Waterwise Community Field Blog: Leigh and Raquel of Lakewood

Garrett Brown

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One of the largest lawn removals this year took place in Lakewood, where 2,500 sq ft of grass was transformed into a DIY waterwise garden, plus tips to plan yours.

30Jul

Native yellow blooming flowers

Waterwise Rebuilding with Garden In A Box

Ben Chew

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Community members affected by the Marshall Fire continue to rebuild by planting 2,000 waterwise Garden In A Box kits, helping conserve water and restore the landscape.

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