As Colorado has seen a historically dry winter and record high temperatures, experts with Colorado State University Extension are suggesting ways people can reduce water and save money in their yards and in their homes.
Karim Gharbi, a horticulture specialist at Colorado State University, says that about 50% of household water is used on landscaping, so lawns and sprinkler systems are a great place to start when looking to conserve water. Just one broken sprinkler or nozzle can waste hundreds of gallons of water each week.
“Colorado is experiencing record high temperatures and record low snowpack in the mountains, which feed a lot of our reservoirs. So, it’s harder than ever before, and we have less water than ever before,” said Gharbi…