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Green Tips for Saving Water on Balcony Gardening

March 27th, 2014

Balcony Garden

Source: Marin

The patios and balconies of 888 San Mateo’s brand new apartments offer just enough space for urban container gardening. But water consumption for gardening can interfere with eco-friendly lifestyles, especially in the thick of California’s drought.

However, there are ways to make a container garden more environmentally friendly by saving water.

Drought-tolerant containers can help lessen the need for frequent watering, and potting soils that have higher water retention properties allow the soil to store water more efficiently until plants consume it.

Another way to conserve water is by making sure plants are not in direct sunlight unless its mandatory for them to thrive, as the sun can quickly and easily cause a plant (and the soil) to dry out.

One of the fantastic features of 888 San Mateo’s Peninsula apartments is the smart (and green) landscaping on the property that helps save water as part of a dedication to eco-friendly apartment living. Contact 888 San Mateo today to learn more about becoming a resident at these luxury, new rental homes on the Peninsula.

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