Xeriscape: Earth-Friendly Yards
Are you considering or already practising "No Mow May" for your yard this year? How about Xeriscape?!
Xeriscape is “an attractive, sustainable landscape that conserves water and is based on sound horticultural practices.”
There are seven principles of Xeriscape: 1) Plan and design comprehensively; 2) Evaluate the soil; 3) Create practical turf areas; 4) Use appropriate plants and group according to their water needs; 5) Water efficiently; 6) Use organic mulch; 7) Practice appropriate maintenance.
Water conservation is an important benefit of Xeriscape, and it can drastically cut down on your nonessential water usage. Xeriscape can also decrease maintenance by as much as 50 percent, thanks to less mowing and more efficient hydrating techniques.
Xeriscape is not only an attractive landscape alternative, but one that is also environmentally responsible :)