Colorado Springs Xeriscape Landscaping

Xeriscape landscaping prioritizes water conservation. It's used in dry climates like Arizona, Las Vegas, and even Colorado Springs. If you're new to the idea, you might think that xeriscape sacrifices looks for efficiency. By the end, your yard will look dry and barren. 

 

But that's not true. 

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Xeriscape can be incredibly eye-catching and even add value to your home.

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How to Create a Beautiful Xeriscape

Xeriscape uses a number of landscaping features to provide color and texture to a yard. These features typically include small rocks, boulders, and drought-resistant plants. Topography is also an important aspect of beautiful xeriscape. Your landscaper will try to add subtle elevation changes to your yard in order to add variety.

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Why Colorado Springs Homeowners Go With Xeriscape Landscape Design

SEF Construction and Landscape has worked on many different projects over our 20-year history. Xeriscape is just one option. If you're leaning toward a water-friendly yard, then here are reasons why homeowners prefer it to other options.

 

1. It Looks Natural in Colorado Springs
   Colorado Springs has a high desert environment that can be very dry. While we've introduced trees and grasses over the years, they aren't natural to the environment. With Garden of the Gods right around the corner, many people think xeriscape fits in the overall landscape.
    

2. It Requires Less Maintenance
   With no trees, you won't be picking up leaves during the fall. With no sod, you won't have to worry about mud or dirt. If you're more of a hands-off homeowner, seriously consider xeriscape.
    

3. It Saves Money
   Not only will you save money on water, but you can also save on reseeding your yard, aeration and other secondary costs of a grass lawn. Boulders are forever.