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How Do I Prepare Garden Beds for Spring Planting?
Asparagus, rhubarb, spinach, peas, lettuce, bedding flowers, annual flowers…oh my! Are you ready for Spring planting? If you’re like me, your mind is swimming with what you could plant in your garden once the weather breaks! Hold up there now partner – Before you run to the garden center and start ordering seeds by the…
Read MoreHow Do I Maintain a Xeriscape Yard Throughout the Year?
If you’ve utilized all several xeriscaping strategies, you’ll have created a beautiful landscape filled with plants that thrive in our climate requiring minimal watering. If you also opted-out of installing or maintaining a grassy lawn, you’ll require significantly less maintenance than a water-guzzling landscape. No doubt your Xeriscape landscape will require much less maintenance than…
Read MoreHow Do I Convert My Grass Lawn into a Xeriscape Yard?
Replacing thirsty grass lawns with low maintenance, low-water-use Xeriscape landscaping is one of the easiest and most aesthetically pleasing ways you can reduce your water consumption by a significant amount in drought-prone areas. Not only is a low-water-use landscape beautiful, but did you know there are many benefits to replacing that hard-to-maintain grass lawn with…
Read MoreHow Can I Prevent Weeds in My Lawn and Garden this Spring?
Spring is prime-time weed prevention before they start popping up! Beat those weeds to the punch this spring by using these three weed-prevention tips to help your lawn grow thick and lush (leaving no room for pesky weeds!). Tips to prevent weeds before they start growing in spring: Look for where weeds are likely to…
Read MoreCan Xeriscaping Increase My Home’s Value or Curb Appeal?
Sprucing up your yard can be fun. After all, you get to pick flowers and plants that you like! But did you know that certain things you do in your yard can actually increase your home value? Something called xeriscaping. Here’s how xeriscaping can increase your curb appeal and home value. Will My Home Go…
Read MoreReady To Give Xeriscaping A Try? Avoid These Common Mistakes
Xeriscaping is a landscaping trend that’s been steadily growing in popularity in dry regions thanks to its obvious environmental benefits. If you’re thinking about installing your own water-wise garden, then watch out for these common xeriscaping mistakes. Whether you’re looking to save water, create a stunning yard that stands out from the rest, or both,…
Read MoreHow Do I Get My Garden Soil Ready for this Spring
Once you’ve said goodbye to your summer garden and hello to fall colors, pull out your calendar and circle February through April. These are the months when you’ll harvest the fruits (and vegetables) of these simple soil-building techniques. Start getting your garden ready for spring by trying some (or all!) of these easy techniques to…
Read MoreWhat are the Most Common Misunderstandings About Xeriscaping?
When most people hear xeriscaping, they automatically think of rocks and desert landscapes. There are plenty of misconceptions about xeriscaping; however, the reality is that it is an artistic technique that uses groups of low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants to create beautiful, natural landscapes that conserve energy, natural resources, and, of course, water. Misconception #1 – Xeriscaping…
Read MoreSpring Startup Tips & Tricks for Albuquerque Irrigation Systems
Now that winter is coming to an end here in Albuquerque, March 21, 2026 to be precise, and the temperatures of our soil are beginning to rise, most homeowners are starting to think about turning their sprinkler systems back on. However, starting up your irrigation system in the spring requires more than just flipping a…
Read MoreDo I Need to Fertilize My Garden Before Spring Growth Begins?
Knowing when and how to feed our gardens is essential for keeping our landscape plants happy and healthy. The Lewis and Clark Expedition was late, they were late, for a very important date! Well, this spring you won’t be late starting your landscape fertilization in March 2026. Learn what plants you’ll need to start fertilizing…
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