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Water Wise Landscaping

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Contact Water Conservation Program at (805) 564-5460

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Sustainable Landscaping

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Irrigation

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Landscaping Education Programs

  • Garden Wise TV Show
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Landscaping Rebates

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Landscape Design Standards
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Additional Resources

How to Water Your Trees
Watering Turfgrass
Water Wise Native Plant Booklet
"Dear Neighbor" Door Hanger - print out
Water Wise Grasses Video
Sample Landscape Plans 
How to Sheet Mulch
Irrigation Self-Evaluation Form
Garden Care Checklist- English/Spanish 
Water Wise Lawn Alternatives
UCCE Sustainable Landscaping Info

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