World Water Day 2024
World Water Day, celebrated on March 22, is a reminder of how precious this resource is, especially in California, where climate experts believe extreme weather could diminish our water supply by up to 10% by 2040. In observation of World Water Day, there are many water conservation habits we can all incorporate into our lives. […]
Sacramento Resident Transforms Backyard
Choosing Water-Wise Blooms for your Valentine’s Day Bouquet
One of the most popular gifts on Valentine’s Day is a floral bouquet, a unique arrangement, or a plant. When selecting floral options for a loved one this Valentine’s Day, consider asking your local florist to use only California native, water-wise blooms. This gesture will express your sentiments to a loved one and your thoughtfulness […]
Conserving the Way to the Perfect Pint
California is home to countless microbreweries that churn out millions of barrels of beer every year. While they’re enjoying a frosty brew, most people don’t realize how much water is used to make all those delicious suds. To find an innovative way to significantly decrease the amount of water used in brewing beer. Urban Roots […]
New Year’s Water Resolutions
The New Year is often a time many of us set New Year’s Resolutions. So, what are your goals this year? Let us set you up for success with these five popular goals and ways to incorporate water conservation into your daily life. Pick Up a New Hobby! If you don’t already have a green […]
Spruce Up Your Garden with Water-Wise Plants!
About 40% of the water Californians use at home is used to water outdoors. Here are our Top 10 plant recommendations that allow you to cut back on watering in the yard without sacrificing color or beauty! These water-wise wonders are nearly perfect substitutions, beautiful year-round, and a great resource for birds, bees, butterflies, and […]
Embracing Water Conservation this Holiday Season
As the hustle and bustle approaches the holiday season, we look forward to our annual festivities and holiday gatherings…and keeping up our conservation efforts! Here are some easy indoor and outdoor steps to keep in mind as you prepare for the holidays! Picking guests up from the airport and want to look spiffy? Run those […]
Sustaining Your Water-Wise Yard…Effortlessly!
So, you recently transformed your yard, and the fruits of your labor have paid off: you get to enjoy increased shade, more leisure time, and the awesome feeling of doing your part to save water! But how do you sustain this beautiful oasis? We’re here to help! Maintaining your water-wise yard transformation does not […]
Planning for Fall Planting
Fall is the ideal season to think about transforming your yard with water-wise plants because the warmer fall soil gives plants time to establish strong roots before the arrival of winter. The cooler fall weather also makes working in your yard so much more enjoyable! Water agencies encourage Fall planting by providing yard transformation rebates […]
What is Mulch & Why Does it Matter?
When it comes to water-wise landscaping, mulch is a key factor as it helps transform your yard into a beautiful and water-efficient space. Not only is it a great way to add a pop of color, it’s one of the easiest and most advantageous water-saving techniques available! The most common form of mulch is bark […]
