What - rain again?!

Yes folks, we have another rainy Monday morning here in Orange County. Crazy as our weather has been, 100 degrees one day, 65 degrees the next; it may be time to start thinking about adjusting your irrigation controller if you haven't done so already. With the rainy season upon us (fingers crossed), why waste water that you are being charged for? The holidays are almost here - do something nice for the environment and your wallet - shut it down.

While your landscape plants will fair pretty well with intermittent rain storms, your potted plants may have a tendency to dry out. It's not too late to purchase a rain barrel or two. Take advantage of the rain, by capturing it (even if it is only drizzle, you will be surprised at what you will collect), and using it to water those thirsty container specimens saving a few dollars while you are at it too.

 

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