Xeriscaping...it's my next project. Landscaping a really challenging site. It's incredibly hot and dry in the summer, watering is possible... but the whole point of a xeriscape is to use plantings that don't require a lot of water once established. We'll be using native plants like the photos below...these plants are currently growing at the site. It's a whole new world for me, a completely different zone, a water challenge, very low maintenance...oh yeah...and the deer...that will be snacking on everything that isn't caged.
Balsam Root
Balsam Root
Cute little blue flower..guess I need a reference book!
Bitterbrush...the deer will keep this pruned
Construction site clean-up crew.