If your landscape is outdated, consider having it converted into a Xeriscape. For those who are not familiar with the term Xeriscape, it is simply a type of landscape or garden that reduces or eliminates the need for supplemental water from irrigation. This type of landscape is not just made up of rocks and a few cactus plants. Your Xeriscape can be lush, green and colorful with beautiful flowering plants and textures throughout the year. Here are 3 benefits to a more water efficient landscape.
1. Save Money
Water rates are continual on the rise. By using less water in your landscape, you can save a significant amount of money on your water bill.
2. Less Maintenance
No need to worry about all that pruning, fertilizing and mowing every week. An Xeriscape does not require the same amount of maintenance as traditional landscaping.
3. Better suited for your landscape’s unique conditions
You know that shady part of your landscape where you can not get anything to grow? There are plenty of beautiful planting options that can flourish in the dry shade in a landscape that uses less water.
Are you ready to incorporate more water efficient landscaping at your Denver area home? Contact Lifescape Associates at 303-831-8310.
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For over 50 years, Lifescape Colorado has designed, built and cared for landscapes throughout the Front Range. Whether you’re planning a new landscape or easing an existing one toward water-wise, visit LifescapeColorado.com or call 303-831-8310 to start the conversation.
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