Water-Wise Landscaping

During the dry summer months, outdoor water demands lead to increased irrigation. One way to cut down on water use outdoors (and on your water bill) is to choose native Texas plants for your landscape. These plants are adapted to a Texas’ climate and by design need less water. Pairing native plants with water conserving practices (rainwater harvesting, drip irrigation, mulching, composting, etc.) provides a homeowner a beautiful, distinctly Texas landscape that doesn’t require the amount of water and care of a non water-wise landscape. For more information on installing your own water-wise landscape, please click on the following links and documents. In addition, the District has its own water-wise landscape that can be toured upon request. Please contact the District office at (512) 282-8441 for further assistance.

City of Austin's Grow Green Program: www.ci.austin.tx.us/growgreen/

Searchable Database of Native and Adapted Plants to the Austin Area: www.ci.austin.tx.us/growgreen/plantguide/searchplant.cfm

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: www.wildflower.org

Texas Cooperative Extension - Xeriscaping: http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/extension/xeriscape/xeriscape.html

Smartscapes: www.smartscapes.org

PDF: Smartscapes Brochure

PDF: BSEACD Water-Wise Brochure

PDF: Additional Water-Wise Landscaping Resources