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Welcome to the wolves business
podcast, where we dive deep into

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sustainable landscaping
practices and innovative

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construction technologies. As a
proud, locally owned and family

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operated business, we've been
woven into the fabric of the

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Portland Oregon metro area since
1985. Our journey is a testament

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to the enduring values of
community craftsmanship and the

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unique charm that defines our
city. Each episode will explore

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the stories, challenges and
successes that have shaped us

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and the local landscape. Let's
dig in. Six tips for keeping

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your yard green landscaping and
water management during hot

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weather. As the summer heat
intensifies in the Portland,

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Oregon metro area, homeowners
often face the challenge of

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maintaining a beautiful yard
while managing water resources

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efficiently. At the wall, we
understand the importance of a

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well designed landscape that not
only looks great, but also

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thrives during hot weather. Here
are some tips to help you keep

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your yard looking lush and
green. Even when watering

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becomes difficult. One, choose
drought tolerant plants. One of

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the best strategies for managing
water resources during hot

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weather is to incorporate
drought tolerant plants into

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your landscape. These plants are
adapted to thrive with minimal

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water, making them ideal for hot
dry conditions. Native plants

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succulents and certain
ornamental grasses can

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significantly reduce the need
for frequent watering.

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Additionally, they add a variety
of textures and colors to your

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yard in enhancing its visual
appeal to implement mulching

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techniques. Mulching is a simple
yet effective way to conserve

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moisture in your soil. By adding
a layer of organic mulch such as

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woodchips bark or compost, you
can help retain soil moisture,

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reduce evaporation, and keep the
roots of your plants cool. Mulch

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also suppresses weeds which can
compete with your plants for

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water at the wall. We recommend
applying a mulch layer of about

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two to four inches around your
plants, ensuring they remain

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hydrated and healthy during the
hottest months. Three, optimize

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your irrigation system and
efficient irrigation system is

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crucial for managing water
resources during hot weather.

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Consider investing in a drip
irrigation system which delivers

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water directly to the root zone
of your plants, minimizing water

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loss due to evaporation and
runoff. smart irrigation

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controllers, which adjust water
schedules based on weather

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conditions and soil moisture
levels can further enhance water

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efficiency. Regularly check for
leaks or clogs in your system to

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ensure optimal performance for
practice deep watering. When

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watering your plants aim for
deep, infrequent watering

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sessions rather than shallow
frequent ones. deep watering

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encourages roots to grow deeper
into the soil, making your

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plants more resilient to drought
conditions. watering your plants

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early in the morning or late in
the evening. To reduce

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evaporation and ensure that the
water reaches the roots. Five

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creates shade and windbreaks.
providing shade and wind breaks

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can help protect your plants
from the harsh effects of the

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sun and wind use shade cloths
pergolas are strategically

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placed trees and shrubs to
create shaded areas in your

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yard. windbreaks such as hedges
or fences can reduce water loss

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by minimizing the drying effects
of the wind at the wall, we can

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help you design and implement
these features to enhance your

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landscapes resilience to hot
weather. Six, install water

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features wisely. Water features
like ponds, fountains and

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waterfalls can add beauty and
tranquility to your landscape.

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However, they can also consume a
significant amount of water if

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not managed properly. Opt for
water efficient features and

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consider using recirculating
pumps to minimize water use.

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Additionally, placing water
features and shaded areas can

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reduce evaporation, ensuring
they remain as Sustainable part

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of your landscape. By
implementing these tips, you can

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maintain a stunning and
sustainable yard, even during

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the hottest months at the wall.
We specialize in designing and

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building landscapes that are
both beautiful, and resilient.

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Contact us today to learn more
about how we can help you create

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a water efficient landscape that
thrives all summer long. Thank

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you for joining us on the walls
business podcast. As we wrap up,

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remember that our journey is
more than just about building

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and design. It's about creating
a legacy of community

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craftsmanship and the distinct
charm that makes our city

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unique. Keep following us for
more stories, challenges and

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triumphs that not only shape our
business, but also enrich our

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local landscape. Until next
time, let's continue to build a

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sustainable future together.
Thank you for listening and keep

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growing with us.