Colorado Springs Utilities Blog

Our proposed changes to developer charges and fees

On Tuesday, City Council will hear the presentation of the annual budget and a five-year rate case. This will include proposed fees and... On Tuesday, City Council will hear the presentation of the annual budget and a...

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Fall watering for a healthy lawn and landscape

Consistent autumn lawn and landscape care will help your yard better survive the winter, protecting its health and longevity. Consistent autumn lawn and landscape care will help your yard better survive...

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4 tips to help your landscape beat the heat

When the weather gets hot, lawns and landscape plants can wilt and turn brown, unless you follow four tips to keep them healthy. When the weather gets hot, lawns and landscape plants can wilt and turn brown,...

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Water Wise Demonstration Garden features weatherproof plants

Paying a visit to the Water-Wise Demonstration Garden should be one of your first stops when considering new plants to add to your garden. Paying a visit to the Water-Wise Demonstration Garden should be one of your...

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Banish winter browns with evergreens

Pines, spruces, and junipers are key elements of beautiful, Water Wise landscapes in the Pikes Peak Region. Pines, spruces, and junipers are key elements of beautiful, Water Wise...

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A Return to Our Roots: the importance of native grasses in Water Wise landscaping

Native grasses are a smart choice because they are attractive and use one-third the water of a traditional lawn. Native grasses are a smart choice because they are attractive and use one-third...

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Trees for future generations

In our semi-arid climate, trees need our continued support to live long, healthy lives. Here are five tips to help your trees thrive for... In our semi-arid climate, trees need our continued support to live long,...

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Sprinkler Startup Tips

When you turn on your sprinkler system for the first time this year, there are two important tasks to do first. When you turn on your sprinkler system for the first time this year, there are...

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Should you install synthetic turf?

Many homeowners wonder if they should replace their lawns with artificial turf. Here are some considerations to factor in your... Many homeowners wonder if they should replace their lawns with artificial turf....

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Dead grass? Here's what to do

Our mostly warm, dry fall and spring seasons were tough on lawns. Luckily, we have several tips to help your lawn spring back to life. Our mostly warm, dry fall and spring seasons were tough on lawns. Luckily, we...

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Save water today for tomorrow

As climate becomes more unpredictable and our population grows, the efficient use of water is increasingly important. As climate becomes more unpredictable and our population grows, the efficient...

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