Guidelines
The Sustainable Landscapes Program partners have produced a comprehensive, 71-page color guide entitled San Diego Sustainable Landscape Guidelines which details best practices and recommendations for a watershed approach to landscaping. Core concepts are organized into the following chapters:
Introduction
The watershed approach and how to use the book.
Place
What makes the San Diego region unique, climate zones and treating your property as a mini-watershed.
Soil
The soil food web and techniques for improving your site’s soil.
Plants
Climate-appropriate plants and hydrozoning.
Water
How to use rainwater as a resource, and efficient irrigation.
Project
Useful details to help you get started.
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