If you follow water in the American West, you’ve probably heard renewed buzz about cloud seeding, the idea that, under the right conditions, we can coax a little more snow or rain from passing storms. With reservoirs drawn down and snowpacks swinging wildly year to year, it’s fair to ask: Does cloud seeding work, and […]
There’s a quiet line item eating into NOI, and contractor margins every single day: inaction. In water management, “doing nothing” may seem harmless, keeping last year’s schedule, skipping the audit, ignoring the small leak, or postponing the retrofit. But the costs compound in ways that budgets rarely capture: water you didn’t need to buy, plants […]
Water is the West’s most valuable input. As we move into the 2025–26 water year, the climate signal to watch is La Niña, and it’s back on the table. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center says the Pacific is likely to tip from neutral into La Niña this fall (about 71% odds Oct–Dec), with the signal lingering […]
Monday, September 22nd was officially the first day of fall—one of two days each year when the sun aligns with Earth’s celestial equator, and day and night are roughly equal, each lasting about 12 hours. This “equal night” is the equinox, and it happens again in spring, too. From here, the Northern Hemisphere tilts away […]
If you’ve been waiting for an easier season to grow great food, fall is your moment. Cooler nights, gentler sun, and steadier moisture make plants happier—and gardeners too. It’s also when smart watering, sensors, and simple apps really shine. With a few tech assists, you’ll achieve better germination, cleaner harvests, and save water throughout the […]
In today’s world, water is no longer a limitless resource we can take for granted. From the prolonged droughts in the western United States to unpredictable rainfall patterns across the globe, gardeners and homeowners are increasingly called to rethink how they use water outdoors. Irrigation systems like drip lines and smart controllers have already transformed […]
Few herbs capture the essence of summer quite like basil. Its fragrance alone can transport you to a sun-soaked patio, and its flavor is a star in pasta sauces, fresh salads, homemade pizza, and even simple sandwiches. For many gardeners, basil is a must-grow herb, but it comes with one frustrating truth: basil doesn’t like […]
Water is one of our most precious and limited resources. Yet in homes and landscapes across the country, it’s being wasted every day. Leaks, overwatering, outdated fixtures, and poor irrigation practices lead to thousands of gallons of wasted water each year. Whether you live in a drought-prone area or not, finding and fixing water waste […]
Fall into Flavor: What to Plant This Autumn and When If you’ve been thinking your garden fun ends with summer tomatoes and zucchini, think again. Fall is one of the best times to grow vegetables cooler temperatures, fewer pests, and sweeter flavors are just the beginning. And if you time it right, your fall harvest […]
July is peak irrigation season across much of the country lawns, gardens, and landscapes are thirsty, and homeowners and property managers are running sprinklers full tilt. That’s precisely why the Irrigation Association designates July as Smart Irrigation Month; to spotlight the enormous opportunity we all have to improve how we water. In a world where […]