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ing moisture for plant roots and reducing evaporation. Plants are grouped by hydro- zone to save water, and shade trees increase passive cooling of the landscape, reducing evaporation. All hardscape is permeable, al- lowing stormwater to stay onsite; and an efficient irrigation system with multi- stream rotator spray heads and drip irriga- tion reduces water waste. Roseville, Calif. This Mediterranean-inspired landscape design features low-water-using plants and porous hardscape material to minimize watering and allow rainwater to soak into the soil. More than 1,000 square feet of need. Mulch covers the soil, reducing water loss through evaporation and pre- venting weed growth. The efficient drip ir- rigation system is controlled by a Smart, weather-based irrigation controller. Naples, Fla. This yard was transformed into a lush, Florida-friendly landscape that saves its owner time, money and water, while also contributing less stormwater runoff to the ity to intercept rainfall. The roots of native plants are very dense and deep, and hold water well — dramatically limiting soil erosion caused by flooding and runoff. Orem, Utah The Central Utah demonstration gar- dens encourage efficient water use in Utah landscapes. This public garden saves water Photo courtesy of Central Utah Gardens Photo courtesy of the South Florida Water Management District Photo by Katrina Leonidov Fairchild, APLD lawn was replaced by hollow pavers (as part of the driveway) filled with soil and thyme groundcover to enhance infiltration and minimize stormwater runoff. All soil is covered with synthetic mulch to hold moisture at the plant's roots and reduce water loss from evaporation. San Diego This low-maintenance, water-saving landscape is part of a master-planned com- munity noted for environmentally sustain- able landscaping measures. The front yard uses drought-tolerant trees, ground covers, shrubs and potted plants to reduce water neighborhood. All plant material in this yard is drought-tolerant and appropriate for Florida's climate. Planting beds are mulched 3 inches deep with Melaeuca to conserve water at the plant's roots. The ir- rigation system includes a rain sensor and high-efficiency pop-up sprinklers, drip, and micro-jets to irrigate directly at the root zone of the plant. Schaumburg, Ill. This native perennial landscape uses plants well adapted to local soils and envi- by limiting turf areas and using alternate turf varieties and medium-, low-, and very- low-water-using plants. The site also incor- porates organic and inorganic mulches to conserve water at the plants' roots, and soil amendments increase permeability and water retention. Efficient drip irrigation and microsprays also reduce water waste. Scottsdale, Ariz. Drought-tolerant, succulent plants and native trees create a desert oasis landscape that needs minimal watering. Swales filled Photo by Carol Stuttard Photo courtesy of Tallgrass Restoration, LLC Photo courtesy of Pardee Homes www.landscapeirrigation.com ronmental conditions, including summer heat and drought. Native landscapes reduce maintenance costs associated with labor, water, fertilizer, herbicides and mowing, while also increasing the property's capac- with local rocks help collect water, increase infiltration, and reduce runoff. Native trees produce shade, reducing evaporative water loss; and placement of larger rocks on the southwest sides of plants shade and cool roots, which conserves moisture. When supplemental water is needed, it is pro- vided through efficient drip irrigation. Landscape and Irrigation 19