Did you know that lawns, trees, shrubs and perennials require different amounts of water at different times? By knowing the differences between their root structures, you may be able to save money by knowing when and how much water to give your lawns, trees, shrubs, and perennials. When watering, the… [ Keep reading ]
Are you interested in the finding the best native plants for your garden? Do you want to know how to build healthy soil while being earth friendly? Classes are offered at the Woodinville Water District for free! Space is limited, so be sure to reserve a space. Attendees must be… [ Keep reading ]
It’s not garbage anymore – Seattle restaurants and coffee shops now must replace all single-use, throw-away food service ware and packaging with compostable or recyclable alternatives. That includes “Styrofoam” which was banned Jan. 1, 2009. Customers will see new disposal bins for compostable and recyclable discards, most with bold signs… [ Keep reading ]
Since July 1, all Seattle restaurants and food service providers that use throw-away packaging are required to use products that are either recyclable or compostable. Businesses that have dining areas must also collect recyclable and compostable packaging in clearly labeled bins and send it to a recycling or composting facility… [ Keep reading ]
Check out Seattle Public Utilities’ July issue of Apartment/Condo Conservation E-News! Our newsletter offers discounts, offers, tips and advice for Seattle multi-family customers. Share with your friends and fellow tenants. Subscribe today!
As reported earlier today, portions of the View Ridge neighborhood are experiencing low water pressure due to a leaking pipe. To see a map of the affected area, click here. Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is continuing to investigate the cause of the leak. Monitoring equipment has been placed to determine… [ Keep reading ]
Portions of the View Ridge neighborhood are experiencing low water pressure. To see a map of the affected area, click here. The cause of the low water pressure is a leaking pipe. Crews are onsite and determining the exact location of the leak. Once the leak is found, a repair… [ Keep reading ]
Read this seasonal newsletter prepared by staff of the Garden Hotline and the Saving Water Partnership. We hope you enjoy it! Find many helpful gardening tips including: Editor’s Note: The Dry Season Savvy Classes: Free Summer Classes Garden Hotline: Watering Wisdom Feature Story: A Mulch for All Seasons Savvy Advice:… [ Keep reading ]
Everybody wants a clean and healthy home. Taking the green approach avoids use of hazardous products, which protects your health and the environment. Don’t over clean Try non-chemical solutions first Make a Green Clean Kit Buy the least hazardous product and use it correctly Safely Dispose of Hazardous Products Don’t… [ Keep reading ]
Join photographer Paul Bannick for a delightful slide presentation with both new images and photos from his book The Owl and the Woodpecker. Every wild place and urban area in North America hosts an owl or a woodpecker species, while healthy natural places often boast representatives of both. After the… [ Keep reading ]
