Lowe's home improvement expert, Mike Kraft, demonstrates how to install a waterwise landscape. There are 7 steps to waterwise landscaping: Planning and Design Preparing the Soil Create Practical Turf Areas Water-Efficient Plants Using Mulch Efficient Irrigation Proper Maintenance Before you begin any project that involves digging, call 811 to contact your utility company so they can mark all service lines. Also check local landscaping ordinances. To improve your soil, and allow for proper soil drainage, add organic material or compost. Test your soil with a soil testing kit to be sure you have a healthy plant base for growth. Drought resist plants are placed near the front of the property in the arid zone. Plants requiring moderate watering are placed in the transitional zone. An oasis zone is created in an area that has natural drainage for plants that need the most water. Avoid watering the entire landscape by hand, because a lot of the water evaporates before it reaches the roots. Install a drip irrigation system instead, using the step-by-step installation instructions available in this video. The best time to water your lawn is early in the morning. During the day, too much evaporation occurs. Watering at night leaves too much moisture on the leave, promoting diseases. Add mulch to garden beds to limit water evaporation and weed growth, and to regulate soil temperature. For information on planning your waterwise landscape, watch How to Design & Plan a Waterwise Back ... Comparison Yardmaster Snowblower
