Follow this step-by-step DIY Landscape Transformation Guide to installing water-wise landscapes, developed by the Colorado Water Conservation Board, Resource Central and Denver Water.
This guide is for anyone, from the weekend gardener who wants to plant more native plants, to the do-it-yourselfer who wants to transform a Kentucky bluegrass yard into a ColoradoScape-spectacular.
This handbook will walk you through everything you need to know about planning and design, turfgrass removal, soil, native and adapted plants, watering and maintenance.
A water-wise landscape conserves water, supports native pollinators and improves climate resilience. Transforming your landscape shouldn’t be daunting, and this guide will help you make small changes that could lead to a world of difference.
It is vital to continue to water both young and mature trees during times of drought. Trees may not show immediate signs of stress but can still experience long-term damage if they do not receive adequate water. Please continue to follow the watering recommendations below. New trees may need more water than allowed under current restrictions through establishment. If you are establishing new trees, request a watering establishment permit.
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