Click each of the links below to learn more about our water wise landscaping techniques. We are located in San Diego, CA, so these solutions are mainly for arid regions; however, you may find other landscaping ideas here that come in handy as well.
We also have a list of our favorite nurseries, supply houses, botanic gardens and clubs, books and magazines, and much more.
Environmentally Friendly, Low-Maintenance Landscaping
- Landscaping to Increase the Value of Your Home
- Feng Shui in the Garden
- What’s Your Garden Style?
- Environmentally Friendly Landscaping Tips: Go Green With The Yard Fairy
- 5 Steps to a Low Maintenance Yard
Low Water Landscaping
- Designing a Low Water Garden
- Hydro Zoning
- Top Choices for Drought-Tolerant Plants
- 5-Step Plan for a Low Water Yard
- Beautify Your Yard, Save Water
Birds, Bugs and Butterflies
Victory Gardens
Seasonal Landscaping Ideas
- Hardscape Dimensions: Plan Your Patio According to Size
- Hardscape Materials
- Grow Your Own Moon Garden
- Summer Gardening Tips
- Digging the Dirt on Mulch
- Incorporating Edibles into Your Landscape
- San Diego Landscaping Advice: Top Tree Choices
Get Water Wise with the Yard Fairy!
Take a look at our award-winning landscape design portfolio, hosted on Picasa Web!
View our Low Water Landscaping Videos
Learn about me! Lifelong Gardener: My Yard Fairy Story


