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Xeriscaping

Xeriscaping
There's no drought about it.
Did you know... Over 50% of Boulder area drinking water is used for landscaping. Xeriscaping requires less water and maintenance. It attracts insects, birds, and butterflies! You can have roses, tulips, lilacs and most of your favorite flowers and shrubs!
Demonstration gardens you can visit:

  • Group plants with similar water needs together.
  • Seek out turf alternatives like patios, decks, and mulches.
  • Locate grass or turf only were it provides functional use.
  • Add compost and use native plants.
  • Water less often but thoroughly to encourage deep root growth.
  • Terrace slopes to prevent water runoff.

Boulder Creek Path
behind the Justice Center, 6th and Canyon
Chautauqua Park Ranger Station
Boulder Energy Conservation Center
17th and Walnut
Longmont Public Library

To dig in deeper...
Recycle Boulder Hotline: (303)999-3823
Boulder Energy Conservation Center : (303)999-3820 
City of Boulder Water Conservation : (303)413-3200 
City of Boulder Environmental Affairs: (303)441-4900

Last Updated on Friday, 07 August 2009 07:06

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