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RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPEREVITALIZATION WORKBOOK
Plann
ing a
nd D
evelo
pmen
t Ser
vices
This workbook is offered as a guide only and is not intended to be used asa legally binding document for landscape and construction standards. TheCity of Scottsdale disclaims all liability in connection with the use of thisworkbook.
General Information
Graphics LegendThroughout this workbook, youwill see various graphics todraw your attention toimportant points.
Question Mark Indicates commonly asked questions
FlagIndicates those things you needto be aware of
Helpful Hint Indicates helpful ideas andinformation
One Stop Shop Information If at anytime during the process you havequestions about this workbook, your specificremodel or would like to contact someoneregarding your application requirements,please contact the City’s One Stop Shop at(480) 312-2500.
One Stop Shop Main Number480-312-2500
One Stop Shop Permit CounterCity of Scottsdale First Floor, One Civic Center7447 E. Indian School Rd.www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/onestopshop(480) 312-2500Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday
One Stop Shop Records CounterCity of ScottsdaleFirst Floor, One Civic Center7447 E. Indian School Rd.(480) 312-2356Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday
Other Important Phone Numbers Arizona Blue Stake Center(locating Utility lines)(602) 263-1100
Arizona Registrar of Contractors(480) 542-1525
Building Code Hotline(480) 312-2633
Building Official (Building Variances)(480) 312-7080
Code Enforcement(480) 312-2546
Housing Resources Program(480) 312-4304
Inspections and Land Survey(general inspection questions and permitextensions)(480) 312-5750
Plan Review(480) 312-7080
Water Conservation(480) 312-5650
NORTH
P
P
75th
Stree
t
Indian School Road
Drink
water
Boule
vard
One Civic Center
City Hall
CommunityDesignStudio
One Stop Shop
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Introduction
Information on Xeriscape principles and the step-by-step guide Xeriscape, Landscaping With Style In The ArizonaDesert is available to assist you with installing and caring for your landscape. Ask for it at the One Stop Shop or theWater Conservation Office. All plants selected for the landscapes comply with the Arizona Department of WaterResources Low-Water-Use/Drought Tolerant Plant List.
Envision Your Yard
Would a cool umbrella of shade welcome you home at the end of yourday? Could a colorful display of flowers energize you? Maybe the sightof an easy-care landscape would evokea sigh of relief.
Two of Scottsdale’s local landscapearchitects have teamed up to bringthese visions to life. They havedesigned seven unique landscapeoptions for you - Birdscape,Colorscape, EZscape, Flutterscape,Nativescape, Shadescape, andVerdescape. Each has a look and character all its own. Choose the onethat suits your taste and fits yourlifestyle. All of the landscapes havebeen designed with the low-water-useprinciples of Xeriscape* in mind; sothey are both beautiful and water efficient.
In addition to the landscape designs,the workbook includes photographs,contact numbers, information on permits, and a listing of booklets thatare available to help with the installation and maintenance of yournew landscape.
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Contents
STEP 1 - BEFORE BEGINNING YOUR PROJECT 1● Checklist 1
STEP 2 - IDENTIFY EXISTING CONDITIONS 2● Seven Steps to Site Assessment 4● Site Assessment Worksheet 5-10
STEP 3 - CHOOSE A DESIGN THEME 12● Things to Consider 12● Birdscape 13● Colorscape 15● EZscape 17● Flutterscape 19● Nativescape 21● Shadescape 23● Verdescape 25
STEP 4 - PUT IT ALL TOGETHER 27● Making Adjustments 27● Watering the Landscape 30
STEP 5 - IMPLEMENT THE LANDSCAPE PLAN 31● Order of Installation 31● Maintaining Your Vision 33
RESOURCES 35● Booklets ● Contacts ● Incentives● Web Sites
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 36● Special Thanks
Water Conservation Tips 37
Notes 38
Welcome to the City of Scottsdale’sRemodeling Workbook. This easyto use 5-step workbook has beendeveloped to assist you with reno-vating your front yard landscaping.
Most landscape professionals agreethat the average lifespan of anygiven landscape is about 20 years.As many of Scottsdale’s neighbor-hoods mature, a growing numberof homeowners are opting to reno-vate their landscapes.
This reinvestment by residents notonly beautifies their homes, butalso contributes to the value oftheir neighborhoods and the sur-rounding community.
Based on real estate studies onhome landscaping investments,homeowners can garner returns upto 200%.
How to Use This Workbook The step-by-step format of theworkbook is easy to follow and willguide you through the landscapingprocess. References to additionalresources for further assistance areoffered throughout the workbookand have been compiled in theResources section.
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Before Beginning Your Project
Checklist● If you have a homeowners’
association, check the Covenants, Codes, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) to determine if there are landscaping guidelines or plant selection restrictions in your neighborhood. Scottsdale’s Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance (ESLO) restricts landscape requirements in the northern portions of the city.
● Plan to apply for approvals when necessary. Many landscaping improvement projects, including the removal of certain types of plants, wall construction, and grading or significant terrain alterations, require prior plan approval from the City of Scottsdale. If you are unsure whether a permit is required, please contact the city’s One Stop Shop at 480-312-2500.
● Before digging, call Arizona Blue Stake Center (1-800-STAKE IT) for free assistance in locating and marking underground power- lines and other utilities.
Share the CostA landscape rebate is availablefor converting water intensivelandscape to low-water-useXeriscape. For more informa-tion and requirements, contactWater Conservation at 480-312-5650.
Your neighborhood may be eligible for a grant through theNeighborhood EnhancementProgram. For application infor-mation contact Citizen andNeighborhood Resources at480-312-3111.
Need Help?Landscape professionals canhelp with all or part of yourlandscaping project.
Tips for choosing professionalservices can be found in theXeriscape brochure (p.19).
Be a good neighborRespect property boundarieswhen altering storm-waterdrainage and placing trees andplant material.
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Identify Existing Conditions
Sketch Your YardSketching your yard as it looks now willhelp define landscape considerations forchoosing a design, and the measurementswill be helpful when making adjustmentsfor size and the number of plants neededfor the design. A simple sketch with basicdimensions will do. Use one of theworksheets and the landscape legend onpages 5-10 and follow the Seven Steps toSite Assessment. Several worksheets areincluded, so you can make changes easilyor experiment with a number of designs.
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4
MicroclimatesThe climate in a yard can be modi-fied by factors such as sun orshade, heat reflected from build-ings, or even contours in the land-scape. Identifying the variousmicroclimates in your yard will helpyou make appropriate plant selec-tions.
Relocating PlantsDesert trees and palms fare best ifmoved during the summer whenthey are actively growing.
Free Water!Rainwater harvesting retains anduses the water that falls on thesite. If your design incorporatesrainwater harvesting, as in theNativescape, identify locationswhere water usually collects orwhere it will be retained.
Water RunoffRooftop runoff may need to bedirected away from the house orhardscapes. It can also be directedthrough grading and contouring toturf, trees, and planted areas.
2Seven Steps to Site Assessment1. Measure your front yard and draw a map on the Site Assessment
Worksheet provided on page 5 using a scale of 1 in. equals 10 ft.
2. Indicate north on the arrow.
3. Note location of overhead and underground utility lines and public utility easements. (Trees should not be planted in public easements or within 7’ of water/sewer lines and 10’ of ground-mounted transformers.)
4. Note sunny and shady areas of the yard.
5. Note location of doors, windows, and points of access into the yard.
6. Note location of gables and gutters or where rain drains from the roof.
7. Identify and note existing plants that you wish to incorporate into the new landscape as well as existing hardscape elements that will be retained, such as patios, walkways, and walls.
Identify Existing Conditions
N 1”=1
0’
Site
Ass
essm
ent W
orks
heet
5
6
Land
scap
e Le
gend
SYMB
OLPL
ANT
HEIG
HTX
SPRE
ADEX
POSU
REQU
ANTIT
Y
BOTA
NICA
L/CO
MMON
NAME
7
N 1”=1
0’
Site
Ass
essm
ent W
orks
heet
8
Land
scap
e Le
gend
SYMB
OLPL
ANT
HEIG
HTX
SPRE
ADEX
POSU
REQU
ANTIT
Y
BOTA
NICA
L/CO
MMON
NAME
9
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0’
Site
Ass
essm
ent W
orks
heet
10
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scap
e Le
gend
SYMB
OLP L
ANT
HEIG
HTX
SPRE
ADE X
POSU
REQU
ANTIT
Y
BOTA
NICA
L/CO
MMON
NAME
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Choose a Design Theme
How do you want your yard tolook? Do you prefer a certain style orlook? If you envision your yardwith lawn, the Verdescape may bea good choice. However, if thebeauty of the desert captivatesyou, the Nativescape may be thelook you prefer.
How do you use your yard?Define your lifestyle. Lifestyles areoften related to life stages, such aschild rearing or retirement, whichaffect the use and purpose of theyard. ● Do children or pets play in the
area? ● Where do you entertain?● Do you spend leisure time in
your yard?● Do you enjoy attracting and
watching wildlife?● Do you spend weeks or months
away from your home each year?
Things to ConsiderWhen you have completed thesite assessment, you are ready tochoose a landscape design. Whilethe designs are intended to com-plement any home, you may findthat a particular theme fits withthe architecture of your home oris more appropriate for yourneighborhood. Answering the fol-lowing questions will help youdecide which design suits yourneeds and your lifestyle.
How much time do you want todevote to landscape maintenance?The maintenance requirements ofa landscape can vary significantly.While avid gardeners may relishtime spent maintaining their yard,a household with young childrenand a schedule filled with outsideactivities could make EZscape theperfect choice. If time is a factor,consider these guidelines whenchoosing a design:● Simple planting designs can
make irrigation and maintenance of a landscape easier.
● Natural looking landscapes typically require less time and energy to maintain than manicured landscapes.
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14
BIR
DS
CA
PE
LEG
END
Chilo
psis
linea
ris/D
eser
t Willo
w
Cerci
dium
florid
um (P
arkin
sonia
flor
ida)/
Blue
Palo
Ver
de
Justi
cia sp
icige
ra/M
exica
n Ho
neys
uckle
Muhle
nber
gia ri
gens
/Dee
r Gra
ss
Dalea
frut
esce
ns/B
lack
Dalea
Pens
temon
eato
nii/F
irecra
cker
Pen
stemo
n
Teco
ma st
ans/
Yello
w Be
lls
Punic
a gra
natum
‘Nan
a’/‘N
ana’
Dwar
f Pom
egra
nate
Agav
e palm
eri/P
almer
’s Ag
ave
Hesp
eralo
e par
viflor
a/Re
d Yu
cca
Baile
ya m
ultira
diata
/Des
ert M
arigo
ld
Aloe
vera
/Med
icina
l Aloe
Bird
bat
h (
small
earth
stone
wok
bow
l)
Bould
er (n
atur
al su
rface
selec
t, va
rious
size
s)
*See
ds m
ay b
e use
d to
repla
ce o
r sup
pleme
nt
plant
ings.
25’ x
20’
30’ x
30’
3’ x
3’
4’ x
4’
3’ x
4’
1’ x
1.5
’
6’ x
6’
8’ x
6’
3’ x
3’
3’ x
5’
1’ x
1’
2’ x
5’
Full s
un
Refle
cted
sun/
full s
un
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
2 1 7 4 5 10* 5 2 2 8 20* 9 1 6
SYM
BOL
BOTA
NICA
L/CO
MM
ON N
AME
HEIG
HT X
SPR
EAD
EXPO
SURE
QUAN
TITY
The
bea
uty
and
antic
s of b
irds
are
both
del
ight
ful a
nd e
nter
-ta
inin
g. T
he B
irdsc
ape
isde
signe
d to
invi
te b
irds i
nto
the
land
scap
e an
d fe
atur
espl
ants
that
offe
r foo
d, sh
elte
ran
d ne
stin
g sit
es.
Nat
ive
bird
sar
e of
ten
attr
acte
d to
tree
s tha
tar
e in
dige
nous
to o
ur re
gion
and
to p
lant
s tha
t are
a fo
odso
urce
they
reco
gniz
e. P
lant
sth
at p
rodu
ce b
right
ber
ries o
rse
eds a
re su
re to
attr
act a
wid
era
nge
of b
irds,
whi
le h
um-
min
gbird
s are
dra
wn
to re
dan
d or
ange
tubu
lar f
low
ers.
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16
CO
LOR
SC
AP
E LE
GEN
D
Acac
ia fa
rnes
iana/
Swee
t Aca
cia
Cerci
dium
florid
um
(Par
kinso
nia fl
orida
)/Bl
ue P
alo V
erde
Bauh
inia
lunar
ioide
s/An
acac
ho
Orch
id Tre
e
Justi
cia ca
lifor
nica/
Chup
aros
a
Lant
ana
mont
evide
nsis/
Traini
ngLa
vend
er La
ntan
a
Caes
alpini
a pu
lcher
rima/
Red
Bird
of
Para
dise
Erica
meria
laric
ifolia
/Tur
pent
ine B
ush
Dalea
pulc
hra/
Bush
Dale
a
Hesp
eralo
e par
viflor
a/Re
d Yu
cca
20’ x
20’
30’ x
30’
8’ x
6’
4’ x
4’
1’ x
4’
6’ x
6’
2’ x
3’
4’ x
5’
3’ x
5’
Full s
un
Refle
cted
sun/
full s
un
Full s
un/p
art
shad
e
Full s
un/p
art
shad
e
Full s
un
Full s
un
Full s
un
Full s
un
Full s
un/p
art
shad
e
W-Sp
Sp Sp W-Sp
Sp/S
/F
S F W-Sp
Sp-S
1 2 3 14 13 3 18 5 10
SYM
BOL
BOTA
NICA
L/CO
MM
ON N
AME
HEIG
HT X
SPR
EAD
EXPO
SURE
QUAN
TITY
BLOO
M S
EASO
N
Vib
rant
col
ors
com
bine
to
ener
gize
the
Col
orsc
ape.
Tree
s an
d sh
rubs
wit
h a
vari
ety
of b
loom
per
iods
are
com
bine
d w
ith
an a
rray
of p
rolif
ic a
nd lo
ng-b
loom
-in
g pe
renn
ials
. A
cap
tiva
t-in
g la
ndsc
ape
that
cha
nges
thro
ugh
the
seas
ons,
Col
orsc
ape
offe
rs a
del
ight
-fu
l ele
men
t of
sur
pris
e in
the
land
scap
e.
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18
EZS
CA
PE
LEG
END
Olea
euro
pea
‘Swan
Hill’
/‘Sw
an H
ill’Ol
ive
Eben
opsis
eban
o (P
ithec
ellob
ium fl
exica
ule)/
Texa
s Ebo
ny
Dasy
lirion
whe
eleri/
Dese
rt Sp
oon
Lant
ana
mont
evide
nsis/
Trailin
g La
vend
er La
ntan
a
Caes
alpini
a pu
lcher
rima/
Red
Bird
of P
arad
ise
Agav
e des
metti
ana/
Smoo
th A
gave
Conv
olvulu
s cne
orum
/Bu
sh M
ornin
g Gl
ory
Hesp
eralo
e par
viflor
a/Re
d Yu
cca
Leuc
ophy
llum
langm
aniae
/Lan
gman
’sSa
ge
25’ x
25’
20’ x
15’
4’ x
4’
1’ x
4’
6’ x
6’
3’ x
3’
2’ x
3’
3’ x
5’
5’ x
5’
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un
Full s
un
Part
sun/
shad
e
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un
1 2 3 10 3 9 11 6 12
Sim
plic
ity
of d
esig
n is
ast
reng
th o
f th
e E
Zsc
ape
that
car
ries
thr
ough
to
sim
-pl
ify b
oth
irri
gati
on a
ndla
ndsc
ape
mai
nten
ance
.U
ndem
andi
ng a
nd t
ough
,dr
ough
t to
lera
nt p
lant
sw
ork
hard
in t
his
land
scap
eso
you
don
’t ha
ve t
o.Pl
ants
wit
h pl
easi
ng n
atur
alfo
rms
seld
om r
equi
re p
run-
ing,
and
a m
inim
um o
f lit
-te
r w
ill m
ake
this
land
scap
eea
sy t
o m
aint
ain.
SYM
BOL
BOTA
NICA
L/CO
MM
ON N
AME
HEIG
HT X
SPR
EAD
EXPO
SURE
QUAN
TITY
19
20
FLU
TTER
SC
AP
E LE
GEN
D
But
terf
lies
float
ing
thro
ugh
the
land
scap
e cr
eate
ase
rene
set
ting
. A
land
scap
ede
sign
ed t
o at
trac
t bu
tter
-fli
es, t
he c
olor
ful
Flut
ters
cape
ent
ices
but
ter-
flies
into
the
yar
d w
ith
nec-
tar-
prod
ucin
g flo
wer
s fo
rth
e ad
ults
to
feed
on
and
food
plan
ts f
or t
heir
you
ng.
Larg
e op
en f
low
er c
lust
ers
serv
e as
land
ing
pads
tha
ten
cour
age
them
to
linge
r in
the
yard
.
Lysil
oma
micro
phyll
a/Fe
athe
r Bus
h
Eben
opsis
eban
o (P
ithec
ellob
ium fl
exica
ule)/
Texa
s Ebo
ny
Pros
opis
velut
ina/V
elvet
Mesq
uite
Eyse
nhar
dtia
orth
ocar
pa/K
idney
wood
Dalea
frut
esce
ns/B
lack
Dalea
Callia
ndra
calif
ornic
a/Ba
ja Fa
iry D
uster
Verb
ena
good
dingii
/Goo
dding
’s Ve
rben
a
Budd
leia
marru
bifoli
a/Wo
olly
Butte
rfly
Bush
Lant
ana
mont
evide
nsis/
Trailin
g La
vend
er La
ntan
a
Lant
ana
cama
ra h
ybrid
/Bus
h La
ntan
a
Caes
alpini
a pu
lcher
rima/
Red
Bird
of P
arad
ise
Leuc
ophy
llum
laevig
atum
/Chih
uahu
an Sa
ge
Ascle
pias s
ubula
ta/D
eser
t Milk
weed
15’ x
15
20’ x
15’
25’ x
25’
15’ x
10’
3’ x
4’
5’ x
5’
1’ x
3’
5’ x
5’
1’ x
4’
4’ x
4’
6’ x
6’
4’ x
5’
3’ x
3’
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un
Full s
un
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un/p
art s
hade
Full s
un
Full s
un
Full s
un
Full s
un
Full s
un
Full s
un
1 1 1 2 3 8 8 7 9 6 3 7 7
SYM
BOL
BOTA
NICA
L/CO
MM
ON N
AME
HEIG
HT X
SPR
EAD
EXPO
SURE
QUAN
TITY
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22
NAT
IVES
CA
PE
LEG
END
Nat
ives
cape
def
ines
the
char
acte
r of
our
reg
ion
and
brin
gs t
he b
eaut
y of
the
dese
rt in
to y
our
yard
for
you
to e
njoy
. N
ativ
e tr
ees
are
used
to
recr
eate
nat
ure
in t
his
natu
ralis
tic
land
-sc
ape
and
prov
ide
filte
red
shad
e w
here
man
y pl
ants
will
flo
uris
h. ‘
Des
ert
pave
-m
ent’
(rak
ed, s
alva
ged
nati
ve d
eser
t so
il) is
use
d in
plac
e of
dec
ompo
sed
gran
-it
e, a
llow
ing
annu
als
and
gras
ses
to g
row
thr
ough
and
mim
ic t
he d
eser
t flo
or.
Stri
king
acc
ent
plan
ts a
dddr
ama,
and
indi
geno
usw
ildflo
wer
see
ds c
an b
esc
atte
red
in t
he f
all t
o ad
da
colo
rful
dis
play
in t
hesp
ring
tim
e.
Carn
egiea
giga
ntea
/Sag
uaro
Pros
opis
velut
ina/V
elvet
Mesq
uite
Olne
ya te
sota
/Iro
nwoo
d
Fouq
uieria
splen
dens
/Oco
tillo
Opun
tia en
gelm
annii
/Eng
leman
n’s P
rickly
Pea
r
Baile
ya m
ultira
diata
/Des
ert M
arigo
ld
Spha
eralc
ea a
mbigu
a/Gl
obe M
allow
Ence
lia fa
rinos
a/Br
ittleb
ush
Larre
a tri
dent
ata/
Creo
sote
Bush
Justi
cia ca
lifor
nica/
Chup
aros
a
Erica
meria
laric
ifolia
/Tur
pent
ine B
ush
Pens
temon
par
ryi/P
arry
’s Pe
nstem
on
Bould
er (
natu
ral s
urfa
ce se
lect,
vario
us si
zes)
20’ x
10’
25’ x
25’
25’ x
25’
12’ x
10’
4’ x
8’
1’ x
1’
3’ x
3’
3’ x
4’
6’ x
6’
4’ x
4’
2’ x
3’
1.5’
x 1
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Put It All Together
Making AdjustmentsModifying a design to fit yourproperty has been simplified withthe matching scale and gridlineson your site assessment work-sheets on pages 5-10. The grid-lines make it easy for you to com-pare the landscapes and see whereadjustments are needed. If youryard measurement is shorter, yourlandscape will require fewerplants. If your yard measurementis longer, your landscape willrequire additional plants toachieve the look of the design.(All designs are based on themature size of each plant.)
Make the adjustments for size● Determine plant sizes and
planting space in the design by counting gridlines.
● Compare the design measurements to worksheet measurements. Are the design measurements shorter or longer?
● Remove or add plants to the design as needed to fit the space.
Make adjustments for doors,windows, and points of accessinto the yardSlight adjustments in a designmay be necessary to accommo-date doors, windows, or accessinto the yard.● Compare notations from your
site assessment to determine if adjustments are needed.
Utilizing existing plants orhardscape elementsIf there are plants or elements inthe landscape you wish to incor-porate, the design can be modi-fied around those elements. Aswith adjusting for size, use grid-lines to compare measurementson the design and your work-sheet.● Eliminate plants from the
design where existing plants will suffice.
● Redirect hardscapes such as walkways where necessary.
OUCH!Plants with thorns should not beplaced close to walkways orplay areas.
Plan for adequate visibilityaround driveways and parkingareas. Choose plants that willnot grow above 2’ in height orhave a canopy above 7’ tall.
The City of Scottsdale’s PropertyMaintenance Ordinance,Chapter 18-5 (sections m andn), prohibits vegetation thatoverhangs into the public right-of-way and obstructs visibilityor safe passage. For more infor-mation, contact the city’s CodeEnforcement Department at 480-312-2546.
Planting TipsMost plants perform best ifplanted in the fall. This allowsplants to establish a root systemand develop stamina before theheat of summer arrives.
The slopes of mounds are idealmicroclimates for plants thatrequire good drainage.
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4When making substitutionsThe size of a yard, plant availability, orvarious site conditions such as deep shademay require substitutions for plants in thelandscape design. All the landscapedesigns are oriented to a south-facingexposure, but are suitable for other expo-sures as well. However, if deep shade orother factors significantly affect themicroclimate of your yard, you may needto use plants with growing requirementsthat more closely match the conditions ofa particular area.
When making substitutions,use the worksheet measure-ments and your notations onorientation and sun/shadefrom your site assessment tomake appropriate plantselections.
● Allow space for a plant to grow to its mature size to minimize pruning and maintenance. Excessive pruning and shearing to maintain a plant in an area that is too small compromises plant health and can detract from your landscape design.
● Refer to the booklet Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert. The booklet features over 200 plants as well as information that will help you match plants to the space and conditions in your yard.
Plant SelectionThe brochure Landscape Plantsfor the Arizona Desert can helpyou select plants that are suit-able for any situation. Ask for itat the One Stop Shop or call theWater Conservation Office (480-312-5650).
Planting in ESLOHomes that are zoned ESLO(Environmentally Sensitive LandsOrdinance) may only plantindigenous plants within all non-enclosed areas. Non-indigenousplants may be used within awalled backyard but may nothave the potential to exceed 20ft. in height. Contact the OneStop Shop for a list of indigenousplants.
PowerlinesOverhead powerlines mayrequire substituting appropriatelysized plantings that will not growtaller than 15 feet.
Plan for adequate visibilityaround driveways, street inter-sections, and corner lots. Chooseplants that will not grow above 2‘ in height
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Mounds and contouring for interest and rainwater harvestingMounds and depressions in alandscape can create more inter-esting areas, provide microcli-mates for plantings, and be effec-tive in directing and holdingrainwater for use in yourlandscape.
● When possible, observe the flow of rainwater runoff from rooftops as it moves through your landscape to identify drainage patterns.
● Locate mounds to divert water to planted areas.
Water RetentionRetain drainage on site.Modifications to gradingshould not direct water intoneighbors’ yards or towardbuilding foundations.
Want to know more?From simple to complex, watercollection systems in the land-scape offer a wide range ofmethods to capture and utilizerainwater. Ask for the bookletHarvesting Rainwater forLandscape Use at the One StopShop or call the WaterConservation Office to find outmore.
Water SavingsConsider replacing high-mainte-nance and high-water-use plantswith native or drought tolerantvegetation. Native plants are notonly colorful and attractive, butthey are also well adapted to ourdesert heat.
Grouping plants that have similarwater requirements into higherand lower water-use zones pro-motes plant health and makeswatering easier and more effi-cient.
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Watering the LandscapeWater is the lifeline to the plantsin your landscape and an essentialelement of the design. There are anumber of ways to apply water tothe landscape. Factors such as effi-ciency, reliability, and costmay influence the methodyou choose; but if your land-scape doesn’t have a drip irri-gation system, this may be agood time to install one. Dripirrigation is an efficient water-ing system that delivers waterdirectly to the root system of aplant.
Existing irrigation systems can bemodified to accommodate newlandscape plantings. ● Sprinkler systems can be
retrofitted for drip irrigation.● Drip irrigation can be modified
with components available at hardware and irrigation supply stores.
● Many irrigation supply stores offer design services or assistance at no charge with the purchase of irrigation components.
Irrigation Basics Find information on irrigationcomponents and drip irrigationinstallation in the Xeriscapebrochure.
Attend a free workshop on irrigation. Call the WaterConservation Office for details(480-312-5650).
A comprehensive technical publication, Guidelines ForLandscape Drip IrrigationSystems, is available from theWater Conservation Office.
Locate landscape or irrigationprofessionals to handle the irrigation segment for you. Tipsfor choosing professional services can be found in theXeriscape brochure (p.19).
How Much, How Often Confused about how to water thelandscape? You’ll find help in thebooklet Landscape Watering bythe Numbers. Ask for it at theOne Stop Shop or call the WaterConservation Office.
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Implement the Landscape Plan
Order of InstallationTaking your landscape designfrom paper to a finished land-scape is a step-by-step process.The following guidelines can helpyou organize and implement yourplan.
1. Prepare your site ––clearing/marking/grading/contouring
2. Install hardscape areas
3. Mark plant locations
4. Install irrigation
5. Put in plants
6. Spread decomposed granite and/or install lawn areas
Where to startLay the landscape plan out onyour yard by using temporarymarking paint (available at hard-ware stores). ● Paint the ground where walks,
mounds, depressions, and plants will be located, noting where existing utilities have been painted by Blue Stake.
ContouringIf elevation changes are used inthe design you have chosen, grad-ing and contouring will be thefirst step in the installation ofyour new landscape.● Contour the soil surface to
form depressions and create gently sloping mounds.
● Major irrigation components such as hardpipe can be
installed in this step.● Bury boulders to a depth 1/3 of
their size for a more natural look.
Want More Details?Installing your landscape is covered in more detail in thebrochure Xeriscape (p. 29). Toengage help with theinstallation phase, see “Tips forChoosing Professional Services”(p. 19).
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Hardscape elementsThe hardscapes in your landscapeinclude patios, walkways, andwalls. Top dressings such asdecomposed granite, while considered a hardscape, should beinstalled after the plants.
Marking plant locations fordrip irrigation installationMarker flags may be purchased athardware or irrigation supplystores. ● Flag locations of plants to mark
drip emitter placement.
Purchasing and installing plants Plant availability varies betweennurseries. If local nurseries do notcarry a particular plant, they canoften order it for you; or you maywant to visit nurseries that spe-cialize in desert-adapted plants.Many nurseries will also order thequantities specified in your land-scape design as well as an assort-ment of plant sizes.
Although prices may vary, pur-chasing smaller sizes can cut costs.Utilizing seeds to supplementreduced plant quantities is anoth-er cost-cutting option that workswell for fast-growing native plant-ings such as desert marigold andwill be noted on the landscapelegends.
5A Maintenance RoutineAppropriate maintenance willkeep your landscape healthyand beautiful. The Xeriscapebrochure can help you set up amaintenance routine (p. 41).
Planting TipsDig planting hole three to fivetimes wider but no deeperthan the plant’s root ball.
If roots are growing in a circle,make several slices along sidesof root ball.
When placed in planting hole,the top of root ball should belevel with soil surface.
Fill hole with native soil. It isnot necessary to add soilamendments to the backfill.
Remove nursery stakes.
New plantings require morefrequent watering than estab-lished plantings. You’ll findwatering schedules for bothnew and established plants inthe brochure LandscapeWatering by the Numbers.
● Install plants according to planting standards. (See Xeriscape p. 36 for illustrations and details.)
Decomposed granite (crushed rock)Decomposed granite (DG) coversthe soil surface, reducing waterevaporation, weed growth andblowing dust.● Spread DG by starting at the
farthest edge of the landscape and working back toward the pile.
● Apply to a depth of 2 inches for adequate coverage and level to 1/2 inch below hardscape surfaces.
● The use of plastic sheeting or landscape fabric as a weed barrierbeneath the top dressing is not recommended and may not be permitted by community CC&Rs or landscape rebate programs. Plastic in the landscape often surfaces over time, and impermeable barriers prevent proper watering of plantings and promote water runoff from the landscape.
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Implement the Landscape Plan
Maintaining Your VisionWhile all landscapes look bestwith regular care and attention,the landscape designs in thisworkbook have used the principles of Xeriscape and shouldrequire only minimal mainte-nance. The tough desert-adaptedplants thrive without fertilizers,resist insect damage, and seldomneed pruning. Well-designed andmaintained drip irrigation systemscan water your landscape evenwhen you are away from home.
A landscape that is attractive aswell as easy to care for willenhance the value of your homeand reward you with hours ofenjoyment in your beautiful yard.
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One Stop Shop/Permit Services7447 E. Indian SchoolSuite 100Scottsdale, AZ 85251Phone: 480-312-2500
Water Conservation Office9312 N. 94th St.Scottsdale, AZ 85258Phone: 480-312-5650
Blue Stakewww.azbsinc.com602-263-1100 (within Maricopa County) or 1-800-STAKE-IT
BookletsThe following booklets are available at the One StopShop or from the Water Conservation Office. ● Xeriscape, Landscaping With Style In The
Arizona Desert● Landscape Plants for the Arizona Desert ● Landscape Watering by the Numbers ● Guidelines For Landscape Drip Irrigation
Systems● Harvesting Rainwater for Landscape Use
Resources
Incentives ● Landscape Rebates
Water Conservation Office 9312 N. 94th St.Scottsdale, AZ 85258Phone: 480-312-5650
● Neighborhood Enhancement Partnerhsip ProgramCitizen & Neighborhood Resources7447 E. Indian School #300Scottsdale, AZ 85251Phone: 480-312-3111
Web Sites● City of Scottsdale Water Conservation
www.scottsdaleaz.gov/water
● City of Scottsdale Citizen & Neighborhood Resourceswww.scottsdaleaz.gov
● Arizona Municipal Water Users Association www.amwua.org
● Arizona Department of Water Resourceswww.azwater.gov
● Maricopa County Cooperative Extensionwww.ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden
● Water Use It Wiselywww.wateruseitwisely.com
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Special thanks to landscape architects Greg Presto and DougDiggins for their countless hoursof work toward this project andfor volunteering their time andtalent in the production of thisbook.
Contributing photographer:Charles MannCharles Mann Photography
Contributing landscape architectsand designers:Jim Coffman cover (bottom)page 12
Landscaping by Andrepage 8
Carrie Nimmer, Xerarch Studiopage 3
Christie Ten EyckTen Eyck Landscape Architectscover (top)page 12
Steve Emerickpage 11
Acknowledgements
Robyn BakerWater Conservation SpecialistWater Resources
Wendy HardyNative Plant SpecialistPlanning & Development Services
Rick ForgusSenior Graphic DesignerCommunications & Public Affairs
Molly EdwardsHousing Resource ManagerCitizen & Neighborhood Resources/Housing Resources
Water Conservation Tips
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Check your sprinkler system frequently and adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered and not the house,sidewalk, or street.
Avoid planting turf in areas that are hard to water such as steep inclines and isolated strips along sidewalks anddriveways.
Minimize evaporation by watering during the early morning hours, when temperatures are cooler and windsare lighter.
Use a layer of organic mulch around plants to reduce evaporation and save hundreds of gallons of water a year.
Use a broom instead of a hose to clean your driveway or sidewalk and save 80 gallons of water every time.
Divide your watering cycle into shorter periods to reduce runoff and allow for better absorption every time youwater.
We’re more likely to notice leaky faucets indoors, but don’t forget to check outdoor faucets, pipes, and hosesfor leaks.
Adjust your watering schedule to the season.
Adjust your lawn mower to a higher setting. Longer grass shades root systems and holds soil moisture betterthan a closely clipped lawn.
Use the sprinkler for larger areas of grass. Water small patches by hand to avoid waste.
Water your summer lawn once every three days and your winter lawn once every five days.
Install a rain shut-off device on your automatic sprinklers to eliminate unnecessary watering.
Choose a water-efficient drip irrigation system for trees, shrubs and flowers. Watering at the roots is very effec-tive. Be careful not to over water.
Water your plants deeply, but less frequently to create healthier stronger landscapes.
Do one thing each day that will save water. Even if savings are small, every drop counts.
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Notes
Water Conservation9312 N. 94th StreetScottsdale, AZ 85258480-312-5650
Planning and Development Services7447 E. Indian School RoadScottsdale, AZ 85251480-312-2500
Citizen and Neighborhood Resources/Housing Resources7447 E. Indian School RoadScottsdale, AZ 85251480-312-2319