Xeriscape
Xeriscape Tips
One of the best long-term conservation measures is to plant water-efficient landscaping, called Xeriscape. Water-efficient landscapes need not be cactus and rock gardens. These can be green, cool landscapes full of beautiful plants. A green, Texas-style landscape can be achieved while still conserving water.
The City of DeSoto has installed Xeriscape in medians and around the Town Center. This is a comprehensive approach to landscaping for water conservation, and incorporates seven basic principles:
One of the best long-term conservation measures is to plant water-efficient landscaping, called Xeriscape. Water-efficient landscapes need not be cactus and rock gardens. These can be green, cool landscapes full of beautiful plants. A green, Texas-style landscape can be achieved while still conserving water.
The City of DeSoto has installed Xeriscape in medians and around the Town Center. This is a comprehensive approach to landscaping for water conservation, and incorporates seven basic principles:
- Good design
- Thorough soil preparation
- Limiting of irrigated shrub and lawn areas
- Adapted, low water demand plants
- Effective and efficient watering methods
- Proper landscape maintenance
Learn More
Websites
Books
Websites
Books
- “Xeriscape Flower Gardener”, Knopf, Jim, 1991, Johnson Books, Boulder.
- “Undaunted Garden”, Springer, Lauren, 1994, Fulcrum Publishing, Golden.
- “Sunset Western Garden Book”, Sunset Publishing Corporation, Menlo Park, California.
- “Xeriscape Plant Guide”, 1996, Fulcrum Publishing, Golden. References more than 100 water-wise trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, vines, ground cover, grasses, and shade plants.
- “Xeriscape Color Guide”, 1998, Fulcrum Publishing, Golden.
- “Waterwise Gardening”, 1989, Lane Publishing, Sunset Books.
- “Xeriscape Gardening”, Ellefson, Stephens & Welsh, 1992, MacMillan Publishing