A Homeowner's Guide to a WaterSmart Landscape

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WaterSmart chart Planting “Low,” “moderate,” and “high” water use plants 45% Low water use 45% Moderate water use 10% High water use “Low” water use plants 90% Low water use 10% High water use Irrigation “Very low” water use plants Low efficiency irrigation Conventional spray irrigation Impact rotors not WaterSmart Moderate efficiency irrigation Multi-stream rotator nozzles High-efficiency spray nozzles Gear rotors High efficiency irrigation Low-volume drip systems Note: The information in this chart is provided as a simple rule-of-thumb for sites in the Sacramento region. As shown, the only combination of planting and irrigation that does not achieve the water conservation goals of a WaterSmart landscape is “low” to “moderate” water use shrubs with a conventional spray irrigation system. Conventional spray irrigation is not recommended, but it is included to demonstrate that with proper plant selection and the use of efficient irrigation equipment and weather-based irrigation controllers, you can still achieve a WaterSmart landscape. 50% Very low water use 50% Low water use WaterSmart Drop Rating Less water savings. Maximum water savings potential. Congratulations! Potential Water Savings Converting cool season turf to a WaterSmart landscape can have a big impact on water use in the Sacramento region: landscape goal My WaterSmart landscape goal is: High water use cool season turf Low water use plants ( Select to WaterSmart landscape) | step 2 35-44 gal/square foot/year vs. 9-11gal/square foot /year Now that you have identified your ideal planting style and the type of irrigation required to achieve your desired water savings, it’s time to review the steps you’ll need to take to make your landscape upgrade a reality. 10
case study - from turf to WaterSmart The following case study is an example of a Sacramento residence that converted approximately 4,800 square feet of turf to a WaterSmart landscape. Follow the case study through the guide as it illustrates the steps to a WaterSmart landscape. Existing Street Plot Plan not to scale Notes: Take a photo of your yard before the renovation and another from the same location after project completion to compare the difference. Soil condition - Light brown color, seemed to be loam soil. Will need a soil sample analysis to determine. Total landscape area - 4,800 square feet Landscape goal - WaterSmart landscape with “Low” water use plants and drip irrigation. Potential water savings - 5865 gallons/year. Sacramento residence - before WaterSmart upgrade | step 2 11
Page 1 and 2: A Homeowner’s Guide to a WaterSma
Page 3 and 4: getting started A Step-by-Step Proc
Page 5 and 6: What WaterSmart is a Landscape? A W
Page 7 and 8: 4 design your WaterSmart landscape
Page 9: step 2 identify your landscape Goal
Page 13 and 14: step 4 layout design your WaterSmar
Page 15 and 16: case study - plants Botanical Name
Page 17 and 18: planting design tips continued Pla
Page 19 and 20: Wholesome Habitat Theme “Low” a
Page 21 and 22: irrigation design Start by reviewin
Page 23 and 24: case study - project costs MARY’S
Page 25 and 26: It was challenging for Soleil becau
Page 27 and 28: case study - installation Sacrament
Page 29 and 30: TREE PLANTING #5 or #15 size contai
Page 31 and 32: Weed smart. Manage weeds naturally
Page 33 and 34: Review of the steps to a WaterSmart
Page 35 and 36: appendix a resources related to out
Page 37 and 38: appendix c definitions Backflow pre
Page 39 and 40: appendix d average precipitation ra
Page 41 and 42: appendix F WaterSmart plant list Th
Page 43 and 44: BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME WUCOLS C
Page 54 and 55: notes
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