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New spray sprinkler regulations as passed down by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, Albany, New York, go into effect June 26. The standards were adopted on Dec. 28, 2022, and require lawn spray sprinklers to align with specifications set by the WaterSense program. WaterSense is a program of the Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. Among the […]
Mowing seems like such a simple task. Just fire up the lawn mower. Go back and forth across the whole yard. Wait a week and repeat. But improper mowing is the most common reason a lawn loses its good looks. Fortunately, encouraging a healthy lawn requires just three simple mowing practices. Warning: Before working on your […]
One Virginia Cooperative Extension survey found that landscape expenditures — especially large ones — “significantly increase perceived home value.” That leads to a higher selling price than homes with minimal landscaping. Bigger landscaping spending means a bigger return, according to the study. The Appraisal Institute, America’s biggest association of real estate appraisers, advises homeowners that “improving their property’s […]
If your lawn’s spring rebirth is less than glorious thanks to weeds, dead spots and lackluster color, now is the time to shape it up. During your lawn’s spring growth spurt, it responds quickly to your improvement efforts. But don’t wait: You have about six weeks until grass growth slows way down when summer turns […]
Some features, like home security and smart thermostats, provide immediate and obvious value to homeowners, but what about smart lighting? It saves energy Have you ever come home after a long day at work? Or perhaps you’ve been running errands only to find all the lights are on in your house. If you cringe at […]