<table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="640" align="center"><tbody><tr><td colspan="5"><img src="/sites/default/files/resources/rwpc_resources/summer_header_2010.jpg" alt="" width="640" height="185" /><a href="http://www.conserveh20.org"></a></td></tr><tr><td width="15"><p class="p">&nbsp;</p></td><td width="340" valign="top"><br /><h2 class="p">Are you overwatering?</h2><p class="p">Here in the Portland metro area, water use doubles or triples during the summer due to outdoor watering.&nbsp; So, knowing how much to water your landscape can be a key to saving you water, time, and money this summer.</p><p class="p">Generally, we recommend watering an established lawn about an inch a week.&nbsp; Other established plants may need even less to thrive.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p class="p">Not sure how long it takes your sprinkler to water an inch? Pick up one of our <strong>FREE</strong> <a href="http://www.conserveh2o.org/outdoors/irrigation/wateringsmart" title="Watering Gauge Kit Info">watering gauge kits</a> at any of our summer <a href="http://www.conserveh2o.org/news/calendar" title="event calendar">events</a> or <a href="mailto:RWPCinfo@portlandoregon.gov" title="Consortium email">request</a> that one be mailed to you.&nbsp; The kit will show you how to figure out the time it takes your sprinkler to water an inch.</p><p class="p">Interested in tailoring your watering schedule? <a href="mailto:RWPCinfo@portlandoregon.gov" title="Consortium email">Sign up</a> to receive our <a href="http://www.conserveh2o.org/outdoors/irrigation/weeklywateringnumber" title="Weekly Watering Number Info">Weekly Watering Number</a> by email each week.&nbsp;&nbsp; The Weekly Watering Number is the amount of water in inches that your lawn needs each week.&nbsp; It can also be used for other plants by using these <a href="http://www.conserveh2o.org/outdoors/irrigation/weeklywateringnumber" title="Weekly Watering Number Info">guidelines</a>.</p><h2 class="p">Your garden photos needed</h2><p class="p"><img src="/sites/default/files/images/tout-slideshow.jpg" alt="'align=&quot;left&quot;' " width="175" height="121" />Travel through the Portland metro area and you will see a patchwork of fabulous gardens and landscapes, many of which include an amazing palette of beautiful native and well adapted plants.&nbsp;</p><p class="p">We are interested in showcasing some “real life” examples of how local gardeners incorporate waterwise gardening practices into their home gardens.&nbsp; So, <a href="mailto:RWPCinfo@portlandoregon.gov" title="Consortium email">email</a> us a photo of your home garden along with a short description of how you use water efficiently in your landscape. <a href="/sites/default/files/resources/newsletter/Summer_Photo_Contest.doc">More</a></p><h2 class="p">New brochure for multifamily property managers</h2><p class="p">The Consortium’s new multifamily property manager <a href="http://www.conserveh2o.org/sites/default/files/resources/rwpc_resources/Prop_Mngr_Brochure.pdf" title="brochure">brochure</a> shows how simple upgrades can save money, time, and water.&nbsp;</p><p class="p">Interested in attending a presentation that covers these topics?&nbsp; <a href="mailto:rwpcinfo@portlandoregon.gov" title="Consortium email">Sign up</a> here and we will let you know about our next workshop.</p></td><td width="30" valign="top" background="http://www.conserveh2o.org/images/news/1007/line_divider.gif">&nbsp;</td><td width="240" valign="top"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="240"><tbody><tr><td><img src="/images/news/1007/upcomingevents.gif" alt="Upcoming Events" width="240" height="25" /></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" bordercolor="#c57913"><tbody><tr><td width="10" background="http://www.conserveh2o.org/images/news/1007/border_left_orange.gif">&nbsp;</td><td><p class="h3" style="padding-top: 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;">We will be at several local garden centers in the coming weeks.</p><p class="h3" style="padding-top: 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;">&nbsp;</p><p class="h3" style="padding-top: 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;">Stop by&nbsp;our booth and pick up your&nbsp;<strong>FREE</strong> watering gauge kit and other waterwise landscaping information.&nbsp;</p><p class="h3" style="padding-top: 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;">&nbsp;</p><ul><li><div class="h3" style="padding-top: 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;">June 19 - <a href="http://www.drakes7dees.com/garden-center/">Drakes 7 Dees</a> (Eastside)<br /><br /></div></li><li><div class="h3" style="padding-top: 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;">July 10 - <a href="http://www.dennis7dees.com/garden-centers/cedar-hills.php">Dennis' 7 Dees</a> (Butner Rd.)<br /><br /></div></li><li><div class="h3" style="padding-top: 0; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;">July 17 - <a href="http://www.als-gardencenter.com/">Al's Garden Center</a> (Sherwood)<br /><br /></div></li></ul></td><td width="10" background="http://www.conserveh2o.org/images/news/1007/border_right_orange.gif">&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td><img src="/images/news/1007/border_bottom_orange.gif" alt="" width="240" height="15" /></td></tr></tbody></table><p style="margin-bottom: 0;">&nbsp;</p><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="240"><tbody><tr><td><img src="/images/news/1007/conservationtips_box.gif" alt="Conservation Tips" width="240" height="25" /></td></tr><tr><td><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" bordercolor="#c57913"><tbody><tr><td width="10" background="http://www.conserveh2o.org/images/news/1007/border_left_blue.gif">&nbsp;</td><td class="h3" style="margin-top: 0; padding-top: 0;"><p>During the warm summer months, we in the Portland metro area spend time outdoors tending to our lawns, growing our gardens, washing our cars — all activities that depend on water.&nbsp;</p><p>As a result, water usage can double or triple. Here are some ways to curb your water use while still maintaining a green and vibrant landscape.</p><p><strong>Adjust your sprinklers so that they’re watering your lawn and garden,</strong> and not the street or sidewalk.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Water early in the morning (before 10a.m) or later in the evening (after 6 p.m.)</strong> when temperatures are cooler and evaporation is minimized.</p><p><strong>Group plants with like watering needs.</strong>&nbsp; Creating “watering zones” in your garden will allow you to give each plant the water it requires — not too much or too little.</p><p>Visit our <a href="http://www.conserveh2o.org">website</a> for more ways to conserve water indoors and out.</p></td><td width="10" background="http://www.conserveh2o.org/images/news/1007/border_right_blue.gif">&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td><img src="/images/news/1007/border_bottom_blue.gif" alt="" width="240" height="15" /></td></tr></tbody></table><p><a href="/about"><img src="/images/news/1007/hl_rwpc.gif" alt="Regional Water Providers Consortium" width="225" height="70" /></a><br /><span class="p"><a href="/about">The Consortium</a> provides planning and management support for the Portland metro region's municipal water supplies. <a href="mailto:RWPCinfo@water.ci.portland.or.us">Contact us</a>.</span></p></td><td width="15">&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td><td>&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td colspan="5"><img src="/images/news/1007/footer.gif" alt="Serving the greater Portland Metro Area since 1997" width="640" height="33" /></td></tr><tr><td colspan="5"><h4 class="h4">Copyright 2009. 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