A rain barrel is a tank used to collect and store harvested rain, typically from rooftops. These most often use gravity to create the pressure needed to move the water to the garden. Located in Albuquerque, NM is a rain barrel manufacturer called Desert Plastics, they are a custom plastic molder … [Read more...]
Rain water harvesting is collecting and storing rainwater for re-use on site, rather than allowing it to run off. Harvested water can be used for gardens, livestock, irrigation, and can even be used for drinking with proper treatment. Typically in the United States we use harvested water for … [Read more...]
Are you ready for the 4th? First and foremost it's important to get your outdoor patio area pulled together. With only 4 days to go you don’t have time to wait for the furniture to fall from the sky so NOW is the time to get out there and go shopping because it’s sale time at all the stores as they … [Read more...]
Summer has arrived and with that comes long hot days and kiddos out of school! Make sure you're following garden tips below so you'll have more time to play with those kiddos and keep you enjoying outdoor living! 1. MULCH: One of the most critical things we can do is to keep our plants from … [Read more...]
So excited to announce my first TV episode on Landscaping Southwest TV, and happy to share this transformation of my client's side yard. You're going to love it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_KWqlfOgh8 … [Read more...]
The winds are in full force here in New Mexico and allergies are off the charts. With these unusually warm temperatures everyone is running to the garden centers to get plants. Don't worry, you're not behind, you still have another month to plant. Before you run off and purchase plants I want to … [Read more...]
1. DOODLE the spaces: First let’s start with the big picture. Public space: accessible and visible to all, Private space: an invitation only space and Utilitarian space: your work and storage space. Go doodle these spaces on your plan. 2. DRAW the areas: Now break those spaces apart … [Read more...]
Find a window that looks out onto a part of your yard. Set up a chair for a few days and peer out that window at varying times throughout the day. What can be seen from there? What shapes, colors and textures are interesting? How do you use this space? How often does it get sunlight? Is it … [Read more...]
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