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Landscaping And You

Knowledge is power: those who are not professional landscapers may still want to know a thing or two about landscaping! Today, a number of states, including California, Arizona and Nevada, have been experiencing drier conditions or have been classified as … Continue reading

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Plant of the Week: African Sumac

This week’s spotlight is on the African Sumac. The African Sumac, (also known as the Rhus leancea or Willow Rhus), is one intriguing choice for those seeking a lower-water use plant which is also hardy and tolerant of lower levels … Continue reading

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Plant of the Week: Spotted Laurel

This week’s lovely Plant of the Week is the Spotted Laurel (or the Aucuba japonica Picturata). A fun and pragmatic choice, the laurel is a sturdy and hardy choice for the garden. Though it is classified as a shrub, do … Continue reading

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Low Water-Use Plant of the Week: Delicious Edition

There are many, many options to consider, when looking for more drought-tolerant/lower water-use plants. Rather than focus on one particular plant this week, we will be highlighting a number of plants that are aesthetically pleasing, use less water than the … Continue reading

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Plant of the Week: Pomegranate

Wonderful. Home. King. Sweet. These are just a few varieties of this week’s Plant of the Week. You may have seen it on a dessert dish, or in your neighbor’s frontyard. What could it be, that is equally as likely … Continue reading

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Further “Investing” Information…

Money doesn’t grow on trees; but there are ways to conserve it. And while you’re conserving money, why not conserve water as well? There is a product that can do both, and do both more effectively than any other similar … Continue reading

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Check Out Cyber-Rain’s New Video!

Have you seen the new Cyber-Rain video yet? Check it out by clicking on the link below or by going on to  YouTube – it’s a short, informative and fun! And, it stars the Garden Guy himself, Dave Owens. You … Continue reading

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Starring: “Cyber-Rain”!

“Dramatically lower water bills…” “Easy to use…” “Simple to install…” “Pays for itself within a year…” “Save 30-70% on your outdoor water usage…” “No monthly service fee…” “Great looking lawns…” Great for plants and lawns… “Because it saves so much … Continue reading

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Water District of the Week: San Juan Capistrano

This week’s spotlight is on the City of San Juan Capistrano, the utility department of which has been selected as this week’s Water District of the Week. This Orange County-based water provider has been selected based on its downhome dedication … Continue reading

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Water District of the Week: Crescenta Valley Water District

This week’s Water District of the Week is serious when it comes to using water responsibly: the Crescenta Valley Water District. This particular water district is striking for its helpful attitude towards consumers and water conservation. The Crescenta Valley Water … Continue reading

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