8 tips to make your landscape waterwise

1. Group plants according to their water needs 2. Use native and low-water-use plants 3. Limit turf areas to those needed for practical uses 4. Use efficient irrigation systems 5. Schedule irrigation wisely 6. Make sure soil is healthy 7. Remember to mulch 8. Provide regular maintenance In short, plan and maintain your landscape with these principles of water efficiency in mind and it will continue to conserve water and look attractive. Using less water does not mean landscaping only with cacti and rocks! With a little planning, you can have a low-cost, low-maintenance landscape with healthy plants and turf grass that can tolerate summer heat and drought conditions and thrive while using much less water. LANDSCAPE TODAY!! LANDSCAPING! LANDSCAPING! LANDSCAPING!