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Lawn Replacement

12Feb

Front yard garden with text reading find the garden made for your space

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.

26Jan

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New Year, New Yard!

Ali Colbert

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

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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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24Oct

Waterwise Community Field Blog: Mark of Willows Water District

Garrett B

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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 C

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

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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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12Sep

A photo of a waterwise garden with yellow and purple flowers, brown wood mulch, and small grey rocks in front of a brick building and wood fence. There is a text overlay in shades of green that reads "Shape the Future of Colorado Yards! Take our Landscape Preference Lawn Replacement Program Survey" in white text.

Shape the Future of Colorado Landscapes

Rachel S

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Take a quick survey to share your landscape preferences and help shape the future of waterwise yards in Colorado.

12Aug

Two homeowners stand in their yard after the grass was removed.

Waterwise Community Field Blog: Leigh and Raquel of Lakewood

Garrett B

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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.

29Jul

Plant a Waterwise Demonstration Garden and Inspire Conservation in Your Community

Jahna B

Lawn Replacement

We’re excited to introduce a new pilot project designed specifically for non-residential properties: Waterwise Demonstration Gardens.

26Jun

Xeriscaped yard next to turf grass and a patio with chairs

Grass Lawn Alternatives: Create a Resilient Waterwise Yard

Jahna B

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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 B

Blog,Lawn Replacement,Save Water

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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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06Jun

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Save Water & Get $200 for Your Lawn Removal Project

Jahna B

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!

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