Water agencies in San Diego County are sharing outdoor water-efficiency tips during “Smart Irrigation Month.” July was chosen as Smart Irrigation Month in 2005 since its traditionally the month of peak demand for outdoor water use in the county. Landscape irrigation consumes 50% of the typical California home’s monthly water use.
A charming 1925 La Mesa home featuring a rich tapestry of thriving low-water use plants won the 2023 Helix Water District Landscape Makeover Contest. Homeowner Joy Andrea, a retired schoolteacher and La Mesa resident for more than 50 years, created a landscape with a tremendous amount of curb appeal, reflecting the character of the home.
A retired grandmother in East County built an award-winning water-wise landscape with some help from the kids in her neighborhood. Lois Scott, who once worked as a registered nurse, decided to address years of high-water usage, a lack of rain and “rabbit-yard invaders” by converting her once green front lawn into a water-wise landscape she […]
South Coast Water District ratepayers will see an average increase of 7% in their water rates and a 12% average increase in their sewer rates starting July 1, following a governing board vote on June 22. On average, starting July 1, residents may see a $5.79 increase in their water bills and an $8.99 increase […]
Smart Irrigation Month Highlights Outdoor Water Saving Tips
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News Network Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityWater agencies in San Diego County are sharing outdoor water-efficiency tips during “Smart Irrigation Month.” July was chosen as Smart Irrigation Month in 2005 since its traditionally the month of peak demand for outdoor water use in the county. Landscape irrigation consumes 50% of the typical California home’s monthly water use.
Historic La Mesa Home Wins Helix Water District’s 2023 Landscape Contest
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News NetworkA charming 1925 La Mesa home featuring a rich tapestry of thriving low-water use plants won the 2023 Helix Water District Landscape Makeover Contest. Homeowner Joy Andrea, a retired schoolteacher and La Mesa resident for more than 50 years, created a landscape with a tremendous amount of curb appeal, reflecting the character of the home.
‘Nana’s Garden’ in El Cajon Recognized as Water-Wise Landscape
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /FOX 5 San Diegoby Amber Coakley Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityA retired grandmother in East County built an award-winning water-wise landscape with some help from the kids in her neighborhood. Lois Scott, who once worked as a registered nurse, decided to address years of high-water usage, a lack of rain and “rabbit-yard invaders” by converting her once green front lawn into a water-wise landscape she […]
South Coast Water District’s Water, Sewer Rates Set to Increase July 1
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Dana Point Timesby Breeana GreenbergSouth Coast Water District ratepayers will see an average increase of 7% in their water rates and a 12% average increase in their sewer rates starting July 1, following a governing board vote on June 22. On average, starting July 1, residents may see a $5.79 increase in their water bills and an $8.99 increase […]