Aerate lawns for better water penetration. More efficient water usage means savings for you and lush growth for your lawn or garden. Prune or thin woody plants wisely. Proper removal of diseased, damaged or troublesome limbs can help keep the plant healthy and curb its water needs. Raise the height of your lawnmower to its highest setting.
Taller grass blades act as living mulch, shading the ground and reducing soil moisture evaporation.
There's no such thing as a garden or lawn that doesn't require at least some occasional work, but I can honestly say that xeriscaping is a way to have an attractive, responsible landscape will reward you many times over the relatively little effort it requires. E.W. Scripps Publications , All Rights Reserved. Site users are subject to our User Agreement . We also have a Privacy Policy .