A University of Georgia study found that homes with xeriscapes saved approximately 9,450 gallons of water, shaving off nearly $ 23 in water expenses each month. (rismedia.com)
A rainwater cistern enables students to track rainfall totals, while xeriscape landscaping — which requires little to no water — helps students learn about local, drought - tolerant plants and gain authentic experience with complex biological concepts like photosynthesis and osmosis. (edutopia.org)
Ranging from stark, rocky xeriscapes to fog - shrouded, moody green echo chambers, the San Gabriel mountains host not just the national forest, but Angeles Crest Highway and Upper Big Tujunga Canyon Road — playgrounds not just for the R8 Spyder's raucous V - 10 and mid-engine balance, but for the drop top's slower - paced, scenic side. (automobilemag.com)