Advice from Owlie

Advice from Owlie

Q: Dear Owlie, 

I’m thinking about re-landscaping my yard. What types of plants should I use to reduce my water use? 
Sincerely, 
Water-Conscious Gardener

A: Dear Water-Conscious Gardener, 
Thank you for your interest in using water-wise plants for your landscape. The plants that fit your water-saving needs are drought tolerant, or southern California native plants. These plants are as beautiful as they are water-saving. Some of these plants include Purple Sage, California Wild Rose, Cleveland Sage, and Deer Grass. You can see all of these plants, and more, at the Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park, watersavinggardenfriendly.com or follow IEUA's Twitter account @IEUAwater for Friday Foliage, a weekly look at water-wise plants, for more garden inspiration. 

Best wishes to you and your water-saving efforts,
Owlie

Advice from Owlie

Advice from Owlie

Q: Dear Owlie, 

Even though we’re in a drought, my family still uses a lot of water daily. What water-saving ideas can I share with my family so we can save water everyday? 
Sincerely, 
Young Water-Saver 

A: Dear Young Water-Saver, 
Thank you for reaching out and asking what you can do to help save water. Some things you can do include limiting showers to five minutes or less, turning off the faucet while you brush your teeth and sweeping, not spraying, your driveway! These little things can add up to big water savings. Learn more water-saving tips at www.ieua.org. 

Good luck on your water-saving mission, 
Owlie

Advice from Owlie

Advice from Owlie

Q: Dear Owlie, 

I’m interested in buying new water-efficient appliances. What appliances should I buy that will help me save water? Sincerely, 
Water-Saving Shopper

A: Dear Water-Saving Shopper, 
Thank you for your water-saving question. The main water-using appliances are dishwashers and laundry machines. When purchasing these appliances, look for water-efficient models. Installing a water- and energy-efficient dishwasher and washing machine, and running full loads, can save you 15-45 gallons per load. For more information, visit www.ieua.org.

Best wishes to you and your water-saving efforts, 
Owlie

Advice from Owlie

Advice from Owlie

Q: Dear Owlie, 

I have been reading about natural habitats recently, and I came across what was called a wetlands. Are there any wetlands I can visit that are located in the Inland Empire? 

Sincerely, 

Wetlands Wonderer

A: Dear Wetlands Wonderer, 
You’ve come to the right owl for your question! I live in a wetlands called the Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park. The Park is 22 acres in the city of Chino. It has a variety of climate appropriate and low water-use plants, and features a water-smart irrigation management system. It is FREE to the public, open from sunrise to sunset and has 1.7 miles of trails that will take you throughout the Park. The Park is a great place to see water conservation in person, the importance of wetlands in our environment, improving our water supply, storm-water treatment, and water-use efficiency. To learn more about the Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park, visit www.ieua.org.

I hope to see you here soon, 
Owlie