2. Purpose of Landscaping Beauty UtilityConservation

3. WaterwiseOptions Waterwise Options ZeroscapingXeriscaping Wildfire Aware Options ZoningDefensible landscaping

4. Zeroscaping Low to No Maintenance Landscaping Design

5. Characteristics Uses a variety of rocks for design Sparse use of drought-resistant plants Relies on rainwater or limited watering

6. Benefits Conserves water Saves $$$ Low maintenance Presents minimal pest and disease problems Saves landfill space

7. Disadvantages Scarcity of plant life Possibility of unattractive aesthetic quality

8. Xeriscaping Water – Conservative Approach to Landscaping

9. Characteristics Uses a variety of rocks to enhance design Uses multiple drought-tolerant plants Can be very colorful Relies on rainwater or limited watering

10. Benefits Conserves water Provides attractive planning options Presents minimal pest and disease problems Requires low pruning and maintenance Saves landfill space

11. Disadvantages –Initial cost may be high Initial cost offset by future savings

12. “Fire Aware” Landscaping 30 30’10’

13. Principles for Waterwise Landscaping Tips from the Office of Community Services, Fort Lewis College Develop Landscape Plan 1 Condition Your Soil 2 Limit Lawn Size 3 Irrigate Efficiently 4 Use Appropriate Plants 5 Apply Mulches 6 Maintain 7