Xeriscape (Waterwise Landscaping)

Xeriscaped Garden Path

Xeriscaped Garden Path

Xeriscape is a simple, seven-step approach to developing a lush but water-wise landscape. The beauty of this method is that it not only saves water, but it saves time, energy and money. The added benefit of xeriscaping is that less maintenance is required — less fertilizing, less pruning, less weeding and less mowing. This leaves more time for summer fun.

Note: Xeriscape is not the same as zeroscape, which uses no landscaping at all or is limited to gravel and rock. Bamboo Garden Xeriscape

The attached information was adopted from the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service publication entitled, “Xeriscape – a guide to developing a water-wise landscape.” Topics include:

  1. Planning and Design
  2. Soil Analysis
  3. Appropriate Plant Selection
  4. Practical Turf Areas
  5. Efficient Irrigation
  6. Use of Mulches (and where to get free mulch)
  7. Appropriate Maintenance

Download Powerpoint Presentation:
Xeriscape Conference Local Issues.ppt


Model Coastal Riparian Buffer Ordinance
for Georgia’s Local Governments


Coastal Riparian Buffer Guidance Manual:
A Companion to the Model Coastal Buffer Ordinance

COASTAL GEORGIA AREA DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS

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Coastal Georgia Salt Tolerant Plants

A Guide To Developing A Water-Wise Landscape