OUC announced on Oct.12 that customers can return to normal water use following the recent temporary shortage of liquid oxygen. Photos Courtesy of OUC We may be surrounded by water here in Florida, but it is still a resource that we need to appreciate and use conservatively. People like you and I can do our part to limit water usage in our own lives while OUC’s … [Read more...]
Fall Back to Watering One Day a Week: And Other Tips for Conserving Water
With the return to standard time on Nov. 1 came a mandatory change in the outdoor watering schedule, falling back to one day a week from two for residents of 16 Florida counties, including Orange. Under watering restrictions set by the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD), residential property owners with even-numbered addresses may water only … [Read more...]
In the Garden: The Benefits of Going Native in Florida
In the Garden: The Benefits of Going Native in Florida By Amber Harmon Now that I have your attention, let’s talk about going native in Florida, with native landscapes that benefit the environment in so many ways! Using native trees, plants, flowers and edibles in your yard conserves water, reduces chemical runoff, and attracts a variety of pollinators like butterflies and … [Read more...]