Pre-emergent Treatments

COMMENTARY

• Learning some interesting terms
  • Psithurism: Soothing sound of wind passing thru the trees
  • Petrichor: Earthy scent of the rain produced by rainfall on desert soil
• Pre-emergent talk to control weeds before they sprout
  • Liquid application
  • Granular needs to be watered in or before rainfall
• Early weed control keeps the weeds at bay

Weed Control Tatics & Fall Planting

COMMENTARY

• Explaining solarization with clear plastic for effective weed control without chemicals
• Organic mulch supresses weeds, holds moisture and supports healthy plants
• Late July is ideal for planting fall crops like corn, pumpkins squash and other gourds

RESOURCE

• Arizona Municipal Water Users Association Watering Guide By Month

Keep Cool With Shade

COMMENTARY

• Backwashed pool water can be used responsibly for landscapes with the exception of saltwater pool water
• Shading tips
  • Shading windows, patios and walls using trees and shrubs are effective cooling methods
  • Vines on trellises as an alternative to trees where space is limited
  • Proper spacing of trees and plants to avoid foundation damage while providing shade