Gardening
Cycle & Soak Sprinkler Tips
Colorado Springs Utilities Cycle & Soak Tips Hi my name is Eric Becker, I’m an irrigation specialist for Colorado Springs Utilities. Today I’m going to talk to you about a simple irrigation programming technique called cycle soak. This is an average home lawn, with spray sprinklers like many of you have. When that water comes…
Read MoreTips for Spring Landscape Cleanup
The weather is finally warming up and spring is officially in the air. Yards are starting to look green and flowering bulbs are popping up all over the city. Below are 5 great tips to spring cleaning your yard and freshening things up before summer. Cut back ornamental grasses and perennial flowers. To help these…
Read MoreColorado Springs Utilities Offers Free Water Wise Landscape Classes
Colorado Springs Utilities Offers Free Water Wise Landscape Classes We offer classes with experienced instructors to help you make the best use of your utility resources. More Info: https://www.csu.org/pages/classes-events.aspx Free Water Wise Landscape classes There is no charge for classes and reservations are not required unless otherwise noted; however, seating is limited and first come, first…
Read MoreDry Conditions this Winter: Time to Water
Due to the dry conditions this winter, it is a good time to consider watering the plants around your home. According to the experts at Colorado State University: Water trees, shrubs, lawns, and perennials during prolonged dry fall and winter periods to prevent root damage that affects the health of the entire plant. Water only…
Read MoreColorado Springs Utilities Offers Free Classes
Did you know Colorado Springs Utilities offers free classes? They are committed to the intelligent use of water and provide classes with experienced instructors to help you make the best use of this precious resource. There is no charge for classes and reservations are not required, unless otherwise noted; however, seating is limited and first come,…
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