Landscaping

Drought-like conditions have escalated over the last several years in the El Paso and Las Cruces area and Delta is fully aware that water conservation is a necessity in the desert southwest. It takes about an inch of water per square foot per week to keep a grass lawn healthy. Over the course of a month it would require 2.5 gallons of water per square foot. Xeriscaping is the new, water-sensible approach to landscaping. Not only does xeriscaping use less water but it is also easier to maintain than the conventional grass lawn. As a matter of fact, a well-planned xeriscape is less expensive to maintain because it uses less water, may require no fertilizer, and requires less mowing, pruning and raking. Let us guide you in choosing the appropriate low water use ornamental plants that will thrive in our particularly dry climate.