Watering Lawns
Overwatering depletes the water supply, increases stormwater runoff and pollution, makes plants more prone to disease an...
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Rainscaping your landscape can reduce polluted runoff that endangers vulnerable water bodies that are downstream from your property....
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About this Guide
You will learn the basics of small-scale rainwater harvesting including how to design and build your own rain barrel in a ...
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As with any system it is important to avoid runoff when irrigating or watering. Proper irrigation installation and design will ens...
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While Alabama averages 55 inches of rain per year, the state also experiences drought. These may be flash droughts that last a few months or...
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Join the Alabama Cooperative Extension System for the Get Outside with Alabama Smart Yards webinar series. This online series is brought to ...
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Learn essential techniques to create thriving urban landscapes that add beauty and value to your city.
This publication addresses the pla...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Springtime is showtime for azaleas in Alabama landscapes. Bursting with blooms and color, azaleas are the stars ...
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Match Plants to the Site
Choosing plants is a fun part of landscaping. Before you plant, consider several factors. Placing the right plant ...
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How can I keep “bad” bugs out of my garden and attract “good” bugs? How can I control slugs and other soil insect pests? What insect...
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Most lightning strikes will likely occur in rural forests; some will happen in urban areas. Urban trees provide numerous benefits rangin...
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Urban forests include all types of woody plants, trees, shrubs, and green spaces in public and private areas in urban settings. The term urb...
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