Water & Drought.
Practical guidance for water-wise planting, drip irrigation, mulch, and lawn conversion in Sonoma County, where nearly all rain falls between fall and spring.
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Water-Wise Landscaping for Sonoma County Homes
Sonoma County homeowners face a landscaping challenge that most of the country does not: a climate that delivers nearly all of its annual rainfall between…
- Water & Drought
Drip Irrigation in Sonoma County: How It Works and Why It Matters
In Sonoma County, drip irrigation isn’t a luxury upgrade — it’s the practical answer to a dry summer climate, increasingly strict water use restrictions, and…
- Water & Drought
The Best Drought-Tolerant Plants for Sonoma County Gardens
Planting a beautiful garden in Sonoma County does not require fighting the climate.
- Water & Drought
Lawn Alternatives for Sonoma County: What to Plant Instead of Grass
A traditional cool-season lawn was never particularly well-suited to Sonoma County.
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Xeriscaping Your Front Yard: A Complete Guide for Sonoma County
Xeriscaping isn’t about rocks and cacti. Done right, a xeriscaped front yard is lush, colorful, and inviting — it just doesn’t need much water to stay that…
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Drought-Tolerant Landscaping in Sonoma County: A Complete Guide
Water is not unlimited in Sonoma County. Between drought years, water restrictions, and rising costs, every homeowner eventually asks the same question: How…
