When you choose plants that are native, they will naturally be better able to cope with the particular weather characteristics of your area.

Xeriscaping will be different across the country. For instance, San Diego drought tolerant plants such as the Eucalyptus tree, the Hollyleaf Cherry or even the Honey Mesquite are native to the area and will naturally require less water and maintenance.

Great groundcovers for the area include the African Daisy, Daylily, and the trailing iceplant. Gorgeous flowers that can tolerate less water. Of course your ’show’ flower beds can always gain vigor by creating your beds with topsoil San Diego.

Curious as to ‘where’ to obtain these specialty plants? Don’t wild pick please! Go down to your garden center San Diego and ask them for help in pointing out the xeriscape plants.

You’ll be amazed at the plants available as well as the color combinations, height and width choices and the low water requirements of the plants.

They’ll help you determine the best spot in your yard or bed for each type of plant. They’ll also carry mulch. The addition of mulch to your beds will help retain the moisture they receive naturally from nature.

Xeriscaping is smart!