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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.

06Jun

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Save Water & Get $200 for Your Lawn Removal Project

Jahna Belz

Blog,Lawn Replacement,Save Water

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Apply for Lawn Removal Service by June 20, and you’ll be entered to receive a $200 credit toward your project — a potential savings of $950!

03Jun

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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

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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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15May

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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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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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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.

22Apr

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Celebrate Earth Day with Resource Central

Taylor Hinojosa

Blog,Garden In A Box,Materials Reuse,Save Water,Slow the Flow

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At Resource Central, we make conservation easy! Start saving water, conserving energy, and reducing waste with simple and impactful programs for Earth Day and every day.

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