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07Aug

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Grass Isn’t Always Greener: Rethinking Your Lawn to Save Water & Your Wallet

Neal Lurie

Blog,Save Water

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Resource Central’s innovative waterwise programs are helping Coloradans save water, cut costs, and grow vibrant yards with simple swaps.

06Aug

Understanding Heads & Nozzles: Rotor Heads

Jahna Belz

Blog,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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When it comes to keeping your landscape healthy while conserving water, understanding your sprinkler system is key. If you have a big yard or manage open spaces like parks or

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24Jul

Spray Nozzles vs. Rotary Nozzles

Jahna Belz

Blog,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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Not all sprinkler nozzles are the same, and choosing the right one can make a big difference in how your yard uses water. If you’re wondering about the difference between

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09Jul

Understanding Heads & Nozzles: Spray Heads

Jahna Belz

Blog,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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Getting the right sprinkler heads and nozzles in the right spots can make your system more efficient. In this guide, Resource Central’s Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluation experts break down

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01Jul

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2025 Garden In A Box Photo Contest

Taylor Hinojosa

Blog,Garden In A Box,Save Water

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We want to see YOUR gardens! Submit up to 5 photos of your garden by August 2 to be entered to win a FREE Garden In a Box kit!

26Jun

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Grass Lawn Alternatives: Create a Resilient Waterwise Yard

Jahna Belz

Blog,Lawn Replacement,Save Water

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Looking for a beautiful, low-maintenance lawn alternative that also supports Colorado’s long-term water future? Xeriscaping is a powerful way to reimagine your landscape with conservation in mind. By replacing turf

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18Jun

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The Benefits of Lawn Removal: A Waterwise Way to Landscape

Jahna Belz

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Green grassy lawns may be the traditional approach in homes across Colorado, but they’re also incredibly thirsty. In fact, more than half of residential water use in the Front Range

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12Jun

Neka Sunlin kneels at a Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluation.

Water Wisely with a Free Slow the Flow Sprinkler Evaluation

Rachel Staats

Blog,News,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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Go behind the scenes at a Slow the Flow appointment! Learn how sprinkler evaluations help reduce water waste and help Coloradans make an impact on conservation!

12Jun

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Turf Wars: Why Fake Grass Isn’t a Real Solution

Lisa Anderson

Blog,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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Skip artificial turf and explore Resource Central’s waterwise programs to make every drop of outdoor water count in Colorado’s dry climate.

09Jun

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Forging a More Resilient Water Future

Elisabeth Bowman

Blog,Save Water,Waterwise Communities

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Resource Central’s own Elisabeth D. Bowman co-facilitated a Growing Water Smart Workshop in Montrose, CO, a three-day action-based program by the Sonoran Institute and the Babbitt Center for Land and Water Policy.

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