{"id":133837,"date":"2025-05-19T18:45:21","date_gmt":"2025-05-19T21:45:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=133837"},"modified":"2025-05-20T11:27:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T14:27:38","slug":"benefits-of-xeriscaping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Benefits of Xeriscaping"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There are many benefits of xeriscaping, which increases your house\u2019s property value while&nbsp;reducing water use, utility bills, and yard maintenance.<\/p>    <p>Xeriscaping\u2019s main benefit, water conservation, affects not only your wallet but also your community. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, as many as 40 states are expected to experience freshwater shortages by 2030.<\/p>    <p>Discover the top reasons why xeriscaping may be a wise investment for your home:<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-0d25a503-f630-435b-8e95-798fac40e1ab\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"list-style: none; \"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#0-7-benefits-of-xeriscaping\" style=\"\">7 Benefits of Xeriscaping<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#1-1-conserves-water\" style=\"\">1. Conserves Water<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#2-2-reduces-maintenance\" style=\"\">2. Reduces Maintenance<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#3-3-saves-money\" style=\"\">3. Saves Money<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#4-4-increases-property-value\" style=\"\">4. Increases Property Value<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#5-5-protects-the-environment\" style=\"\">5. Protects the Environment<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#6-6-climate-resilience\" style=\"\">6. Climate Resilience<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#7-7-year-round-visual-interest\" style=\"\">7. Year-Round Visual Interest<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/benefits-of-xeriscaping\/#8-faq-about-benefits-of-xeriscaping\" style=\"\">FAQ About Benefits of Xeriscaping<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-7-benefits-of-xeriscaping\">7 Benefits of Xeriscaping<\/h2>    <p>The benefits of xeriscaping include environmental benefits, time savings, cost savings, and aesthetic improvements to your landscape.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-1-conserves-water\">1. Conserves Water<\/h3>    <p>Studies have shown that a significant amount of water is used on irrigating traditional turfgrass lawns. Colorado State University reports that over 50% of an average household\u2019s water usage in the Western U.S. goes to outdoor watering.<\/p>    <p>Xeriscaping offers a solution. \u201cXeriscape yards are designed to use water efficiently, which helps reduce overall water consumption, protect water quality, and minimize runoff and erosion,\u201d says Robyn Stewart, Lincoln County ANR agent at the University of Georgia.<\/p>    <p>For example, to water a 5,000-square-foot lawn the recommended 1 inch every week, you\u2019d use 3,123 gallons of water per week. But according to Colorado WaterWise, a xeriscape can <strong>decrease outdoor water usage by up to 60%<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p><strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>If you\u2019re ready to make the switch from a traditional turfgrass lawn to a water-wise landscape, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">hire a professional landscape designer<\/a> to create a plan for your new landscape.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-xeriscaping\/\">What is Xeriscaping?<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/best-xeriscaping-plants\/\">Best Plants for Xeriscaping<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/beginners-guide-drip-irrigation-systems\/\">A Beginner\u2019s Guide to Drip Irrigation Systems<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-mulch-yard\/\">How to Mulch Your Yard: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-2-reduces-maintenance\">2. Reduces Maintenance<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/51186129804_2848cb3794_4k-1.jpg\" alt=\"succulent garden walkway in front of a house\" class=\"wp-image-114170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/51186129804_2848cb3794_4k-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/51186129804_2848cb3794_4k-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/51186129804_2848cb3794_4k-1-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/51186129804_2848cb3794_4k-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/131880272@N06\/51186129804\/in\/photostream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cultivar413<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Most of us have booked schedules that leave little time for lawn care. According to the University of Arkansas, the average homeowner spends 2 hours a week (8 hours per month) on yard and garden care for traditional landscapes. But xeriscaping <strong>reduces the time needed for yard maintenance by at least half<\/strong>, to <strong>an hour a week or less<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p>In sum, if you remove half your lawn, for the average yard, that means it should take about half an hour per week to mow. Cleaning beds, pruning, and deadheading should take no more than 1-2 hours per month. That\u2019s <strong>3-4 hours or maintenance per month, compared to 8 hours for an average lawn<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p>You\u2019ll likely spend more time in spring and fall (mulching, cleaning) to open and close the seasons. But in general, there won\u2019t be much weekly upkeep required.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/native-grasses-are-they-right-for-your-lawn\/\">Native Grasses: Are They Right for Your Lawn?<\/a><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-3-saves-money\">3. Saves Money<\/h3>    <p>Xeriscaping might have expensive upfront installation costs, but once you are set, it will save you a considerable amount on ongoing costs.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Factor<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cost Savings<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lawn Equipment and Equipment Maintenance (minimum savings for a gas mower)<\/td><td><strong>$511<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mowing Service (minimum savings per mow if you remove all mowable turf)<\/td><td><strong>$49<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fertilizer Application (savings per application)<\/td><td><strong>$289<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Water bill savings (per month)<\/td><td><strong>$22<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong>Lawn equipment costs: Saves $422 or more<\/strong><\/p>    <p>With xeriscaping, you have less grass to mow. Some xeric landscapes even remove all turfgrass.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Lawn mower<\/strong>: A typical walk-behind <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mower-price\/\">lawn mower costs<\/a> an average of $322.<\/li>    <li><strong>String trimmer: <\/strong>On average, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-string-trimmers\/\">prices for a string trimmer<\/a> range from under $100 to over $400<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Lawn mower repair and maintenance costs: Saves a minimum of $89<\/strong> for a gas mower<\/p>    <p>Xeriscaping reduces <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mower-repair-price\/\">lawn mower repair costs<\/a>, which range from $75 to $550. You will also need to think about the costs of refueling and maintaining your mower.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Fuel: <\/strong>You will need to pay for gasoline (around $3 per gallon) or a new battery ($70 to $350).<\/li>    <li><strong>Mower blades:<\/strong> Expect to pay $5 to $30 per blade for professional blade sharpening. Replacing your mower blades costs $25 to $30 each.<\/li>    <li><strong>Air filters: <\/strong>A new lawn mower air filter costs $6 to $25.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Lawn mowing costs:<\/strong> <strong>Saves <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mowing-price\/\">$49 to $147 per mow<\/a><\/p>    <p><strong>Fertilizing costs: Can save up to <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-fertilization-price\/\">$289 or more per application<\/a><\/p>    <p><strong>Water costs: Saves $22 a month or more<\/strong><\/p>    <p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/average-water-bill-price\/\">average water bill costs<\/a> $73 for a family of four, and roughly half of that will go towards watering your landscape. Xeriscaping reduces your outdoor water costs by up to 60%.<\/p>    <p><strong>Rebate incentives: Saves hundreds or thousands of dollars<\/strong><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-4-increases-property-value\">4. Increases Property Value<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1024px-Xeriscape_garden_2014_-_2.jpeg\" alt=\"A xeriscape with drought-tolerant plants and gravel\" class=\"wp-image-121102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1024px-Xeriscape_garden_2014_-_2.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1024px-Xeriscape_garden_2014_-_2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1024px-Xeriscape_garden_2014_-_2-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1024px-Xeriscape_garden_2014_-_2-768x513.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Xeriscape_garden_(2014)_-_2.JPG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">James Steakley<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>A well-designed xeriscape can increase your property value and boost your home\u2019s curb appeal.<\/p>    <p>\u201cResearch from Virginia Tech, Michigan State University, and others suggest that <strong>attractive and thoughtfully designed landscaping can increase property values by 5% to 15%<\/strong>,\u201d says Stewart.<\/p>    <p>Stewart says that key factors influence how a xeriscape increases property value, including:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Size and types of plants used<\/li>    <li>The diversity of plantings<\/li>    <li>Overall sophistication and cohesion of the landscape design<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>\u201cXeriscapes\u2014like other well-planned landscape designs\u2014can positively impact home value, though results may vary depending on the quality and execution of the design,\u201d says Stewart.<\/p>    <p>In addition to increasing property value and curb appeal, a xeriscape \u201ccontributes to a more attractive neighborhood, reduces local crime rates, and results in improved mental and physical well-being for residents,\u201d says Stewart.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-5-protects-the-environment\">5. Protects the Environment<\/h3>    <p>Another advantage of xeriscaping is that it promotes biodiversity by providing natural habitats for local wildlife and protects the environment.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Protects water resources: <\/strong>The biggest advantage of water-wise landscaping is its ability to conserve valuable water resources. \u201cXeriscapes rely on native or regionally adapted plants and limit the use of turf, which can reduce mowing and water use significantly,\u201d says Stewart.<\/li>    <li><strong>Promotes biodiversity: <\/strong>Xeriscaping with native plants \u201ccan have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/ways-to-encourage-biodiversity\/\">positive impact on biodiversity<\/a>, providing habitat and food for pollinators, birds, and other species,\u201d says Stewart.<\/li>    <li><strong>Supports pollinators: <\/strong>You can use native plants to build a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/best-pollinator-garden-plants\/\">pollinator garden<\/a> to attract bees and butterflies.<\/li>    <li><strong>Reduces chemicals: <\/strong>Xeriscape plants don\u2019t often need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/cities-limiting-lawn-chemicals\/\">chemical pesticides or fertilizers<\/a>. \u201cTraditional landscapes often use large lawns and non-native ornamental species which require significant use of water, fertilizers, and pesticides, and mowing to maintain,\u201d says Stewart.<\/li>    <li><strong>Decreases carbon emissions<\/strong>: Less mowing reduces energy usage and air pollution.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>\u201cThese landscapes also help lower ambient temperatures around the home, improve air quality, and can even reduce noise pollution,\u201d says Stewart.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-6-climate-resilience\">6. Climate Resilience<\/h3>    <p>Xeriscaping uses drought-friendly plants with low water requirements, such as plants that are able to withstand drought or local water restrictions.<\/p>    <p>Thanks to their low watering requirements, xeriscaping plants are less susceptible to dying or going dormant when your area experiences a long dry spell.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/drought-lawn-grass-resistance-tolerance\/\">How to Take Care of Your Lawn During a Drought<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/drought-tolerant-landscape-ideas\/\">7 Drought-Tolerant Landscaping Ideas<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-7-year-round-visual-interest\">7. Year-Round Visual Interest<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/xeriscaped-lawn-4.jpg\" alt=\"xeriscaped lawn in Las Vegas, Nevada\" class=\"wp-image-120033\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/xeriscaped-lawn-4.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/xeriscaped-lawn-4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/xeriscaped-lawn-4-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/xeriscaped-lawn-4-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Jeff Herman \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Aside from being a practical landscaping choice, xeriscapes are visually appealing, too. There is no shortage of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/xeriscaping-ideas\/\">xeriscaping ideas<\/a> that will improve curb appeal by filling your yard with a colorful array of flowers, rocks, and lawn decor.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>A spot to hang out: <\/strong>Create a recreational space outdoors by adding benches or outdoor seating.<\/li>    <li><strong>Yard decorations: <\/strong>Add visual decorative elements, such as lawn ornaments, pots, statues, or other lawn decor.<\/li>    <li><strong>Plant diversity:<\/strong> Create a colorful landscape by mixing hardy shrubs, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/a-beginners-guide-to-wildflower-gardens\/\">wildflowers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/ornamental-grasses-guide\/\">ornamental grasses<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/landscaping-with-cactus\/\">cacti<\/a>, and drought-tolerant ground covers.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-faq-about-benefits-of-xeriscaping\">FAQ About Benefits of Xeriscaping<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747457580254\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Much Does Xeriscaping Cost?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The average <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/xeriscaping-price\/\">xeriscaping project costs<\/a> between <strong>$15,120 to $18,400 with installation<\/strong>. Pricing varies depending on several factors, including:<br\/><br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Materials used<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Location<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Climate<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Soil<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> Garden size<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747457589845\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the Disadvantages of Xeriscaping?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Although there are many benefits to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-drought-tolerant-landscaping\/\">drought-tolerant landscaping<\/a>, there are a few disadvantages to consider when planning to xeriscape:<br\/><br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> <strong>Time investment: <\/strong>Considerable time and effort will be spent on researching, planning, and installing a xeriscaping garden.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> <strong>Appearance:<\/strong> \u201cXeriscaping can alter the look of a yard, potentially reducing the amount of green space and lush vegetation, which some may find less appealing,\u201d says Chris Blaha, an agriculture technician at NC State University who has taught classes on xeriscaping for the past 7 years and personally installed dozens of xeriscapes.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> <strong>Less value as a recreational space: <\/strong>\u201cReplacing grass with mulch or rock can limit the use of the yard for recreational activities, such as playing sports or letting pets run free,\u201d says Blaha.<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> <strong>Contributes to the heat island effect:<\/strong> Blaha says, \u201cXeriscaping can contribute to the heat island effect, particularly if large areas of hardscape are used.\u201d<br\/><strong>\u2022<\/strong> <strong>Reduced water quality:<\/strong> \u201cXeriscaping can contribute to increased sediment loading and nitrate leaching, potentially polluting waterways,\u201d says Blaha.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-enjoy-the-benefits-of-xeriscaping\">Enjoy the Benefits of Xeriscaping<\/h2>    <p>Tired of maintaining a traditional turfgrass lawn? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">Find a local landscape designer<\/a> today to help you with xeriscaping ideas so you can create the perfect xeriscape for your home.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-f41abb5d-81bd-4a2e-bbbc-11a3258364f1\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-f41abb5d-81bd-4a2e-bbbc-11a3258364f1\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-f41abb5d-81bd-4a2e-bbbc-11a3258364f1\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-f41abb5d-81bd-4a2e-bbbc-11a3258364f1\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/currituck.ces.ncsu.edu\/profile\/chris-blaha\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chris Blaha<\/a>, agriculture technician at NC State University Extension, Barco, NC. Personal interview.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/watersense\/how-we-use-water\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How We Use Water.<\/a>\u201d United States Environmental Protection Agency.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.uga.edu\/publications\/detail.html?number=C895-4&amp;title=make-every-drop-count-managing-a-water-wise-landscape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Make Every Drop Count: Managing a Water-Wise Landscape.<\/a>\u201d By Sheri Dorn, senior public service associate &amp; state master gardener coordinator. University of Georgia.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/robynlstewart.wordpress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Robyn Leigh Stewart<\/a>, University of Georgia\u2019s Lincoln County ANR Agent, Lincolnton, GA. Personal interview.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.okstate.edu\/fact-sheets\/simple-irrigation-audit-for-home-lawns-in-oklahoma.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Simple Irrigation Audit for Home Lawns in Oklahoma.<\/a>\u201d By Justin Q. Moss, turfgrass research and Extension specialist, John E. Haase, Extension horticulturist, Dennis L. Martin, Extension turfgrass specialist, Jason R. Vogel, Extension stormwater specialist, and Tracy A. Boyer, agricultural economist. Oklahoma State University.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/engagement.source.colostate.edu\/7-principles-of-xeriscaping-horticulture-expert-explains\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The 7 Principles of Xeriscape Landscaping.<\/a>\u201d By John Murgel, horticulture agent. Colorado State University.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uaex.uada.edu\/counties\/howard\/news\/anr\/may-2021\/tips-and-tricks-for-mowing-your-lawn.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tips and Tricks for Mowing Your Lawn.<\/a>\u201d By Samantha Horn, county Extension agent. University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Research and Extension.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usda.gov\/about-usda\/news\/blog\/uniting-combat-water-shortages-across-country\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Uniting to Combat Water Shortages Across the Country.<\/a>\u201d By Erika Cross, USDA farm production and conservation. U.S. Department of Agriculture.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usbr.gov\/mp\/arwec\/water-facts-ww-water-sup.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Water Fact &#8211; Worldwide Water Supply.<\/a>\u201d Bureau of Reclamation.\u00a0<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/coloradowaterwise.org\/XeriscapeColorado\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Xeriscape Colorado<\/a>.\u201d Colorado WaterWise.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.colostate.edu\/topic-areas\/yard-garden\/xeriscaping-creative-landscaping-7-228\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Xeriscaping: Creative Landscaping.<\/a>\u201d By C. Wilson, Extension horticulture agent, J.R. Feucht, Colorado State University Extension landscape plants specialist and professor, and Susan Carter, Extension horticulture agent. Colorado State University.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p>Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/backyard-of-a-house-with-plants-16787453\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pexels<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some of the benefits of xeriscaping your yard include water conservation, increased biodiversity, reduced water costs, less lawn maintenance, and an increase in property 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