One of the keys to solving the effects of severe drought in California by keeping the water supply high is drought-tolerant landscaping. Jerry Kohn, CEO of Edify Landscape Design, said it makes all the difference in conserving water compared to grass yards.
Los Angeles received less than half its average rainfall last year, most of the state is in a drought emergency, and Governor Gavin Newsom has asked all residents to reduce their water usage by 15%. But a stroll through any well-watered neighborhood in Southern California would suggest otherwise.
Three homeowners in the Vista Irrigation District won recognition recently from the VID board of directors in its 2021 WaterSmart Landscape Contest. The annual contest recognizes outstanding water-wise residential landscapes based on overall attractiveness, appropriate plant selection, design, appropriate maintenance, and efficient irrigation methods.
It takes time to learn about the concepts behind the watershed approach to creating a healthy and sustainable landscape. Once you have these concepts mastered, the most important step of all comes next. Consider the goals you want to achieve in your garden for landscaping success. It might be difficult to know where to start. […]
SoCal Has Water Reserves That Will Last Through This Year, Beyond
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Chelsea Campos /Spectrum News 1by Sarah PillaOne of the keys to solving the effects of severe drought in California by keeping the water supply high is drought-tolerant landscaping. Jerry Kohn, CEO of Edify Landscape Design, said it makes all the difference in conserving water compared to grass yards.
Why Southern California Has Largely Been Spared by the State’s Worst Drought Conditions
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Chelsea Campos /KCRWby Caleigh WellsLos Angeles received less than half its average rainfall last year, most of the state is in a drought emergency, and Governor Gavin Newsom has asked all residents to reduce their water usage by 15%. But a stroll through any well-watered neighborhood in Southern California would suggest otherwise.
Trio of Waterwise Landscapes Win Vista 2021 Contest
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News Network Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityThree homeowners in the Vista Irrigation District won recognition recently from the VID board of directors in its 2021 WaterSmart Landscape Contest. The annual contest recognizes outstanding water-wise residential landscapes based on overall attractiveness, appropriate plant selection, design, appropriate maintenance, and efficient irrigation methods.
Setting Objectives for Waterwise Landscaping Success
/in Home Headline, Media Coverage, San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Water News NetworkIt takes time to learn about the concepts behind the watershed approach to creating a healthy and sustainable landscape. Once you have these concepts mastered, the most important step of all comes next. Consider the goals you want to achieve in your garden for landscaping success. It might be difficult to know where to start. […]