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

Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.

Integrated Pest Management

Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.

Water Saving Tips

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.

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)