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 …
A small leak may not seem like a big deal, but those drips add up, wasting nearly one trillion gallons of water across the U.S. each year according to the EPA. That’s water and money going down the drain, increasing your utility bills while depleting a precious, natural resource. Leaks can also lead to water …
How-To: Plants and Rocks Container Gardening with Hydroponics
Difficulty: BeginnerTime: 4-6 Hours
Learn how to create a thriving hydroponic container garden using water, rocks and nutrient solutions.
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 …
The Home Depot Earns 2024 Partner of the Year Awards from the EPA
The Home Depot was recently honored with three awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): 2024 Safer Choice Partner of the Year 2024 SmartWay Excellence Award 2024 WaterSense® Sustained Excellence Award These awards recognize The Home Depot for its progress and commitment to choosing products with ingredients that are safer for families, communities and …
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 …
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 …
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 …
