If you are tired of paying your ever-rising water bill over the summer just to keep your grass slightly green, you are not alone. Join the many Coloradans who are turning to low-water landscaping—or xeriscaping—for reprieve. After all, Colorado's climate is semi-arid according to theColorado Climate Center. This means that Colorado has fairly dry summers, certainly not receiving enough rain to keep a lawn alive without constant watering. So if you want to just give into the climate and have a more natural, yet still beautiful yard, check out these low-water landscaping tips. The tips are drawn from the inspiration of these Sunset magazine featured yards, so make sure you check out the link for a better visual.

• Consider the green! One reason people love lawns is because there is just something calming the color. So make sure to keep lots of green in your yard when xeriscaping. Pick a variety of green plants to keep it interesting.
• Research Colorado native plants. Go to any nursery and they can point you in the direction of Colorado native plants or plants that have been created to thrive in Colorado. Check out this article that highlights the 20 best plants for xeriscaping in Colorado.
• Vary your rock. Having low-water landscaping doesn't mean you need to have a yard full of gravel. Varying the size and color of the rock and gravel you use will create visual interest. You can section of areas for utility, like a space for a fire pit, a space for patio furniture, space for a grill, and even a small garden for a few vegetables and herbs.

If you are looking into a Colorado home and want to find one with great xeriscaping potential, contact us today Team Lassen.