Drip isn’t always more efficient
Proper scheduling and maintenance are musts to help drip irrigation use less water — not more. The ongoing drought has been rough on many landscapes. And while some in-ground sprinkler systems [...]
Why it pays to replace your lawn with native plants
When maintained effectively, a WaterSaver landscape can reduce your outdoor water use by up to 50 percent. In Bexar County, water is the hot commodity. With our growing population, how we use [...]
Now is the time to edit your landscape
Whether you’re planning your first garden bed or a total landscape makeover, our WaterSaver Coupons can help! After a long brutal summer, fall brings a much-needed respite. More importantly, it’s [...]
Plant some warmth this Fall
Drought-hardy Pride of Barbados shrugs off dry weather and responds with flaming hot hues. It happens every year around mid-September. Our landscapes are sad and haggard after a long summer of [...]
Celebrate your independence from spring weeds
Feel like you’re losing the battle against pesky spring weeds every year? Mid-September is the perfect time to apply a preemergent herbicide. By Juan M. Renteria, Conservation Customer [...]
A shrub for all seasons
No watering, no trimming, and evergreen. That’s why cenizo is the premier plant for a low-maintenance landscape. Texas sage, aka barometer bush or cenizo, is a stalwart in the Texas landscape. [...]
Learn how we can make watering rules more fair and effective
Important updates to the watering rules will not impact those already following Stage 2. With scarcely a drop of effective rainfall this summer and local springs, lakes and wells drying up, our [...]
Graywater 101: What it is and how to use it
The water that comes from your shower, bathtub, non-food prep sink and washing machine can be used in the home landscape. SAWS often gets calls from customers asking questions about graywater, [...]
