Ditch the High-Maintenance Front
Lawn and Plant Natives
As a Northern Californian experiencing a seriousbdrought, I am thrilled to see more and more gardensnbeing cultivated with plants that need no water. Thisnmethod is called xeriscaping and it is gorgeous and hasbenormous variety. If you're tired of the constant mow/ water/fertilize cycle of your lawn, consider getting rid of it altogether. It’s not as bizarre as it sounds. Some water conservationists estimate that up to 40% of a household’s water usage during the summer months is spent on outdoor watering, so ditching the lawn altogether can save you time and money, not to mention a precious resource. One eco-friendly option is to replace all that turf with plants indigenous to your region, which will require less water and look far prettier than any plain ol’ square of green grass ever could. Start a xeriscaping movement on your street.
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