Water Saving Landscapes
Water saving landscapes can be a hot selling feature especially when you live in an area susceptible to drought. We have just come out of a record setting summer in San Antonio for 100 degree heat in 2009. With dead lawns, sky rocketing water bills and fines reaching hundreds of dollars, more eco-friendly lawns are catching on here. Drought resistant plants (AKA xeriscaping) need less water and can add lasting beauty to your home. When considering the best plants for your home, visit your local nursery or visit the saws website for tips and links to more water saving landscape ideas.
Krishna Perkins
Water saving landscapes help especially in places facing a water shortage and in drought regions. We can save our plants by following certain water wise techniques. Watering lawns only once a week, installing a smart sprinkler controller in the garden, switching to xeriscaping among other things helps to save water. These things will not only save water but will also help to maintain a beautiful landscape. Check out some more useful tips on water wise gardening at http://j.mp/WDGeB
Great points about the timers and xerscaping!