Xeriscape Series Part Four....

Appropriate Plant Zone and Soil

Different areas of your property receive different amounts of light, moisture and wind. Another way to minimize water waste is to group plants with similar light and water requirements together. You can then select the areas of your landscaping that match these requirements before planting.

It is important to place moderate-water-use plants in low-lying drainage areas, near downspouts, or in the shade of other plants. On the other hand, turf areas will require the most water while shrub/perennial beds will only require approximately half the amount of water. Let the dry, sunny areas support low-water-use plants that grow well in our Phoenix AZ climate. Don't forget to include a variety of plants with different heights, color and textures creates additional interest and beauty.

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Arizona Xeriscape Series Part Three...

Irrigation Efficiency

Efficient water usage is especially important here in the Phoenix AZ area. Xeriscaping at it's very core is all about using drought resistant plants and trees that require very little water. When using an automated irrigation system, it is a good practice to water trees and plants deeply, but less frequent in order to develop the deep roots that enable dry climate plants to thrive.

When watering turf areas, make sure to only water at night and use proper sprinkler heads that produce large droplets closer to the ground. Watering during the heat of the day with a fine mist sprinkler pattern will allow for excessive evaporation and significantly reduce water efficiency. ProQual Landscaping offers the latest in smart watering technology with systems that can automatically detect weather changes and adjust your system accordingly.

Don't forget that when you take measures to reduce water consumption, you are also saving money on water utility expenses :)

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