Saving Water78 Stories

Get ideas for setting up a rain garden, installing a water cistern, mulching garden beds, growing native plants and more

A landscape architect transforms a tired Bay Area lawn into a dynamic, low-water yard that delights the senses

Consider a design that will welcome wildlife, require less maintenance, encourage gathering and better suit your needs

Learn why you might want to replace your turfgrass, how to do it and and other considerations for losing the lawn

Learn the pros and cons of drip irrigation, soaker hoses, in-ground systems and more to see which will work best for you

Follow this guide to learn how water moves through your landscape and how best to manage it

Learn how simple swaps — or a different approach — can reduce your yard’s water consumption

Learn how you can add a new garden while also conserving water, with these tips from landscape pros

Landscape pros share 8 ways to conserve water and still have beautiful outdoor areas

Consider these tips to get a healthy backyard crop that uses less water

Create a more earth-friendly garden by planting for pollinators, ditching pesticide use and more