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Landscape experts ask Colorado to “embrace the beige” for drought adaptation
Colorado State University experts Scott Curry and Lori Catalano advise homeowners to 'embrace the beige' during the drought by reducing water use, adopting efficient irrigation systems, and rethinking traditional landscaping. They recommend using EPA WaterSense-certified controllers, conducting irrigation audits, and avoiding inefficient hose watering to conserve water.
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