Stone steps climbing a hillside planted with ornamental grasses, silver-leaved shrubs, purple salvia and yellow roses

Water-Wise Gardening in the San Francisco Bay Area

Water Conservation Rebates

FREE Water-Efficient Landscape Classes (opens in a new tab)

Custom Irrigation Schedule

For a watering schedule matched to your yard and the weather:

Landscape Watering Calculator

Sustainable Gardening Tips

Soils and Compost

Maintain a two to four inch layer of mulch on the soil surface to reduce weeds, infiltrate rain water, and reduce compaction.

Integrated Pest Management

Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.

Water Saving Tips

Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.

More water saving tips

Helpful Resources

Stop over-watering your yard, learn exactly what you need to set your water controller. Ensure you are using the best amount of water for the specific weather or time of year.

Reset your irrigation controller (opens in a new tab)

While some homeowners believe they can save money by avoiding landscape design work, professional design can be reasonable and help homeowners avoid typical pitfalls and mistakes.

Find a landscape professional (opens in a new tab)