Water Conservation

Smarter Watering: How Rain Bird Is Helping Conserve Water with Smart Irrigation

As temperatures rise, and lawns green up across the country, outdoor water use surges, especially in spring and summer when irrigation systems kick into gear. For many homeowners, watering the yard is second nature. But in a world where climate patterns are shifting, and resources are under pressure, it’s time to rethink how we manage …
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Water Conservation

Growing Plants in Your Home, Sustainably

If you’ve ever raised a fern, a peace lily or even a lucky bamboo, you know the breath of fresh air a living plant invites to your home. It isn’t only about adding green to our living spaces – it’s about creating a beautiful, healthier and more sustainable place. “I think we’re lucky that we …
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Water Conservation

Crystal Clear: Home Water Filtration Matters More than Ever

This guide explores affordable filtration systems found at The Home Depot to remove contaminants, improve taste and protect your pipes. Find whole-house, under-sink, or faucet-mount options to ditch bottled water and invest in cleaner, healthier living! Clean water is a fundamental necessity for every household and is at-the-ready for most Americans. We turn on the …
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Water Conservation

Create a Thriving Oasis in Heat or Drought

Maintaining vibrant landscaping in the heat of summer or in drought conditions is simple with the numerous options of The Home Depot’s drought-tolerant plants. These low-maintenance beauties have become essential for homeowners who want summer foliage and blooms with minimal water, especially in drought-prone areas or during an exceptionally hot summer. Here, we outline options …
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Water Conservation

Smart Irrigation with WaterSense®

It’s spring, and many lawns are already greening and growing. The EPA’s WaterSense program recommends a Sprinkler Spruce-Up this time of year to check your irrigation system for broken or leaking sprinkler heads. Maintenance is key to avoiding spikes in your water bill and potential flooding of landscaping. Since most homeowners run their irrigation systems …
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Q&A with Lena Medina, Featured Associate for The Home Depot #SustainabilitySquad

Within The Home Depot, there is a large contingency of eco-conscious associates. They call themselves the Sustainability Squad, and they are living proof that Eco Actions make a difference. They are living a DIY sustainability lifestyle. Each month, we sit down with members of the Sustainability Squad to learn more about their inspiration and motivation …
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Water Conservation

What Is Xeriscaping?

When someone says ‘garden,’ what do you envision? You’re probably thinking of lush plots filled with a multitude of bright and colorful flowers, bounded by the greenest grass imaginable. It’s probably every gardener’s dream, right? However, if you live in arid or drought conditions, that’s just not possible without paying an arm and a leg …
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Water Conservation

Protecting Your Garden from Drought

Everyone loves a green garden and lawn, and it’s no secret why: Who doesn’t enjoy walking barefoot on lush grass? A garden filled with beautiful flowers and plants can help the environment and give you a better appreciation of nature. However, gardens and lawns can take a serious hit when droughts occur. What Are Droughts? …
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