saving water at home

Much of the water used at home actually goes into the yard. In fact, during certain times of the year in the Tampa Bay region, nearly 50 percent of water use can be attributed to lawn watering.

Lowering water use is as easy as:

• Choosing plants and natural landscaping that can flourish in Florida’s climate
  
• Making sure the timers on irrigation systems are set properly and match local watering restrictions
  
• Watering only when necessary

Selecting drought-tolerant plants that thrive in Central Florida is the way to go. A number of organizations and web sites will show you the right plant to put in the right place.  Many residents are opting for yards with minimal grass, using drought-tolerant ground coverings and water-wise plants in their yards.  Our Water Wise awards showcase some of these.