Tag: drought
Counteracting Summer Stress On Ornamentals
August is a tough month for many ornamentals, and it’s getting worse. Record breaking heat and drought conditions are putting the health of landscape...
July’s Heat Broke Global Records
Despite the debate over global warming in the U.S., most landscapers would agree that designing landscapes to withstand weather extremes, such as heat and...
Water Efficient Landscape Design
From financial pundits to environmentalists, most seem to agree that water, particularly in its use, management, and distribution, is the new gold. Water scarcity...
Artificial Grass Used As Solution For Lawn Critters
Despite the drought in Southern California, residents of Northern and Central California have not had an issue with water restrictions. Even so, some residents...
Like A Boss: Educating Clients About Water Conservation
Getting more clients interested in water conservation must be an ongoing effort.
5 Favorite Xeric Plants For Many Regions
These hot plants for dry places work in a variety of regions.
Tech Escape: Facebook’s Massive Green Roof
If there are any employees who sit hunched over computers for many hours each day, it has to be those who work for Facebook....
Story of a Landscape: Irrigation Project Creates Award-Winning Turf
Nevada irrigation project turns “naughty” turf nice by managing water wisely.
How Much Drought Can Trees Take?
Why do some trees die in a drought and others don’t? And how can landscape professionals predict where trees are most likely to die...
Turf or No Turf? That is the Question
As the drought in California continues, what alternatives and water-saving options are available for customers?