How to Conserve
Grass
You can significantly reduce your outdoor water use with a desert-adapted landscape. Drought-tolerant plants and trees require less maintenance and water than lawns, especially when irrigated correctly. However, if you have grass or are thinking of installing some - natural or artificial - it's vital to have all the facts to ensure you make the right decision. After all, practical water-wise changes in our desert climate will positively impact your community's water future.
Functional Vs. Non-functional Grass
There are different types of grass spaces. Those that are not considered functional areas, should be removed to help save water and maintenance.
Removing your Grass
Removing your grass may seem daunting, but you can quickly transform your landscape with the proper knowledge and tools.
Artificial Grass
Did you know that research conducted by Arizona State University (ASU) found that the surface temperature of artificial turf can be hotter than asphalt and brick during certain times of the day? While it is easy to see the water savings potential of artificial turf, we are also committed to a resilient urban environment.
Watering your grass
Your lawn provides an attractive recreational area. However, it can require considerably more water and care than desert-adapted plants, so consider limiting the size of your lawn. Follow this guide's straightforward, practical advice to help maintain a healthy, beautiful, and water-efficient lawn.
Additional Grass Care
Maintaining your grass properly will keep it healthy so it will be less susceptible to drought, weeds, diseases, and pests.
Desert Lawn Care Brochure
A lawn can provide a recreational area in your yard, however it can require considerably more water and care than desert-adapted plants so consider limiting the size of your grass space. Follow the easy and practical guidelines in this brochure to maintain a healthy and water-efficient lawn.
Good Reasons to Take Out Your Grass Brochure
Would you prefer lower water bills and less yard work to worry about? Do you have an old, tired lawn that seems to require more and more effort to maintain? Is the only time you walk on your lawn when you mow it? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may want to consider making the switch to water-saving Xeriscape.