How to Conserve Water

      Water Conservation

Water conservation is one of the most effective ways to preserve this precious resource. A wise and educated use of water will result in the extension of water sources.
Although more than three quarters of the earth's surface is made up of water, only 2.8 percent of the Earth's water is available for human consumption. As the population increases in the Southwest more water is used and wasted. One of the most effective ways to conserve water without altering ones lifestyle is to replace water-consuming plants and trees, with low-water-usage ones. This type of design is referred to as xeriscaping.

By retrofitting your yard with a well designed xeriscape, this can reduce your water consumption up to 50 percent according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Moon Valley Nursery has a staff of expert designers that will be able to create, supply and install a xeriscape environment for you.
Reasons to xeriscape your property:
• Xeriscape saves water and work
The average American household uses over 5,500 gal. of water every month. More than 50 percent of that water goes to watering the landscape. Xeric trees and plants are native to the desert, therefore requiring little maintenance to develop and establish themselves. For more information visit our website at www.moonvalleynursery.com
• Droughts and harsh weather can cause a loss of investment
As temperatures consistently reach over 100° C in Arizona during the summer, plants that are not heat or drought resistant will likely succumb to these harsh conditions. The investment you have made in purchasing, watering and maintaining these plants will be lost.
By installing Xeric trees and plants, they will not only survive the harsh weather, or drought season, but will thrive. Visit any Moon Valley Nursery and tour the vast selection of native desert plants.
• Xericape trees and shrubs have tremendous beauty that will add value to your property
The burst of color that your xeriscape will yield is unmatched. Here are a few examples of Xeric trees and shrubs. Visit www.moonvalleynursery.com for a complete list: For a complete list of our huge selection of trees along with a detailed description of each tree visit www.moonvalleynursery.com or call any of our valley locations.

Desert Willow

Cascolote                                        

Museum Palo Verde

Low-Water-Use Shrubs may include;

Brittlebush

Purple Lantana

                  

Mexican Bird of Paradise

For a complete list of all of our trees, shrubs, plants and services visit www.moonvalleynursery.com

Install a drip irrigation system, and keep it well maintained;
A drip irrigation system will aid in water conservation. Water use in landscaping can account for up to 50% of a typical family's monthly water bill. Watering with a hose or with an oscillator wastes water and neither method targets plant roots with any significant degree of precision. To gain optimal conservation from a drip irrigation system it must be properly installed, maintained, and components must be repaired or replaced if necessary. For more information about installing your drip irrigation system from Moon Valley Nursery call any of our nursery locations at 602-938-6666

The time to conserve water is now. By adding low-water-use trees and plants you are saving time and money. Incorporating a drip irrigation system and keeping it well maintained will save you up to 50% of your monthly water bill. Conserve water today and contribute to a secure future for generations.
Call Moon Valley Nursery 602-938-6666 or visit www.moonvalleynursery.com . Let us be your partner in conserving water.