Xeriscaping is popular throughout the world thanks to its eco-friendly (and budget-friendly) methodology.
Here’s how to do it.
Sarah Hurteau is the climate change director for The Nature Conservancy in New Mexico.
Tina Wilson is the director of horticulture for the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, Arizona.
Drought season wreaks havoc on gardens and water bills, especially in parts of the American Southwest.
Today, xeriscaping is popular throughout the world thanks to its eco-friendly (and budget-friendly) methodology.
Denis Delaney is the environmental program coordinator for the Watershed Protection Department, City of Austin.
The end goal is always to match the right plant with the right location.
In many parts of the world, lawns and gardens require so much water because theyre not native species.
In the long run, youre creating a much healthier landscape for better success.
Water conservation is greatwhat are the other benefits of xeriscaping?
Hurteau, who was originally a wildlife biologist, has adopted xeriscaping methods at her own home in Albuquerque.
People think that its just rocks and succulents, says Hurteau.
How do I xeriscape my garden?
Its actually quite easy to incorporate xeriscaping, or sustainable landscaping, into your outdoor design.
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Denis Delaney is the environmental program coordinator for the Watershed Protection Department, City of Austin.
If you stick to native plants, you know theyre going to thrive, she said.
Choose other eco-friendly landscaping elements
Your plant picks arent the only thing choices that matter.
Mulch, soil, maintenanceall of these components contribute to your xeriscaping success.
Before you grow, consider these elements:
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That being said, resist the urge to turn on the sprinkler.
Take a proactive approach to drought season
That being said, drought season in the desert is very real.
This way, when your plants do get parched, you wont have to rack up your water bill.
One way to do this is through active and passive rainwater harvesting.
When it does rain, your flowers and plants will be easily hydrated.
Turn to local resources
Skip the trip to the big-box retailer and check out your native plant nurseries instead.
Horticulturists are great resources for helping you choose the best plant palette.
Even better, consider taking a trip to your localbotanic garden.
Many gardens, like Wilsons, offer workshops and trainings on xeriscaping.
Similarly, local community websites and government resources can help you better understand the process, too.
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