There are many different ways to
maximize water usage for lawn maintenance these days, especially in
drought filled California. Most people assume that in order to have
a beautiful lawn and garden, they must use extensive water
techniques, but this is not the case. We now live in an era of
innovative thinkers who have found ways that you can still maintain a
extensive garden, yet not have to pay up the nose when the water bill
comes.
One such way of maintaining a water conserving lawn, is known as "Xeriscape". In effect,
it means "dry" scape. It has several ways to benefit the
environment, as well as lower the household water bill, decrease
landfill waste, and reduce labor and maintenance costs. Seeing as
how most everyone likes to have something that looks high end
showcasing their yard, yet not have to pay for a high end up-keep,
this Xeriscape technique is rapidly becoming a favorite for many
homeowners.
Through proper planning and design, the
household landscape can serve as both eye catching, and efficient,
yet also increase the value of the home. Many people desire low maintenance properties, yet it is only recently that such
techniques as Xeriscape came to be known to the public. Ask a
professional landscape company to come out and give an estimate for
what something like this would cost and also if this is the right
type of landscape for the area. If they are unable to answer your
questions about cost and any other questions that you may have, they
probably are not experienced in this field.
Landscape design should take
into consideration many conditions before planting begins. Most of
the general public has no knowledge of these aspects, such as soil
conditions, "native" plant selections, and which shrubs,
trees or plants require more fertilizer, water, and care.
Professional landscapers are more than willing to assist in the
selection of what is most efficient and what would look stunning in
the home's landscaping needs. There are many companies who claim to
be able to utilize this type of landscape, but it is imperative to do
research. There may need to be soil testing done to see if it can
support Xeriscape. It is not wise to simply go with whoever gives
the best estimate. Ask for referrals, and to see finished projects.
Seeing as how you are going to be investing a fair share of money
into this project, you want it done right. There is nothing worse
than paying for something that doesn't last like how you expect it
to. In the long run, doing research will save much time and money.
No more will one dread opening the water bill.
