GUIDE TO DROUGHT TOLERANT LANDSCAPING

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Explore the beauty of drought-tolerant landscaping. Learn to create a water-efficient and resilient garden that thrives in challenging conditions.

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Native Plant Selection

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Water-Efficient Irrigation

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Soil Conditioning

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Xeriscaping Principles

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Garden Maintenance Practices

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Rainwater Harvesting Systems

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