Colorado Springs Utilities Blog

Our proposed changes to developer charges and fees

On Tuesday, City Council will hear the presentation of the annual budget and a five-year rate case. This will include proposed fees and... On Tuesday, City Council will hear the presentation of the annual budget and a...

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Finding tough, beautiful plants for your yard

Despite our unpredictable weather, many tough, attractive, water-wise landscape plants thrive in the Pikes Peak Region. Despite our unpredictable weather, many tough, attractive, water-wise landscape...

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October landscape Q&A

Fall landscape care in Colorado Springs is different than other parts of the country, but we've compiled questions and answers to help. Fall landscape care in Colorado Springs is different than other parts of the...

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Fall watering for a healthy lawn & landscape

It's especially important to care for your landscape as fall arrives. There are four keys to watering wisely ahead of the winter months. It's especially important to care for your landscape as fall arrives. There are...

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The best native plants for your landscape

Our garden at the Conservation & Environmental Center showcases native plants that thrive when temperatures rise. Our garden at the Conservation & Environmental Center showcases native plants...

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