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RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPEREVITALIZATION WORKBOOK
PlanningandDevelopmentServices
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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.
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General Information
Graphics LegendThroughout this workboowill see various graphics tdraw your attention toimportant points.
Question MarkIndicates commonly askedquestions
FlagIndicates those things youto be aware of
Helpful HintIndicates helpful ideas aninformation
One Stop Shop Informationf at anytime during the process you have
questions about this workbook, your specific
emodel or would like to contact someone
egarding your application requirements,
please contact the Citys One Stop Shop at
480) 312-2500.
One Stop Shop Main Number
480-312-2500
One Stop Shop Permit Counter
City of Scottsdale
First Floor, One Civic Center
7447 E. Indian School Rd.
www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/onestopshop480) 312-2500
Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday
One Stop Shop Records Counter
City of Scottsdale
First Floor, One Civic Center
7447 E. Indian School Rd.
480) 312-2356
Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday
Other Important Phone NumbersArizona 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 permit
extensions)
(480) 312-5750
Plan Review
(480) 312-7080
Water Conservation
(480) 312-5650
NORTH
P
P
75thStree
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Indian School Road
Drin
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ter
Bou
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OneCivicCenter
City Hall
CommunityDesignStudio
OneStopShop
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Introduction
Information on Xeriscape principles and the step-by-step guideXeriscape, Landscaping With Style In The Arizo
Desert is available to assist you with installing and caring for your landscape. Ask for it at the One Stop Shop or
Water Conservation Office. All plants selected for the landscapes comply with the Arizona Department of Water
Resources Low-Water-Use/Drought Tolerant Plant List.
Envision Your Yard
Would a cool umbrella of shade
welcome you home at the end of your
day? Could a colorful display of
flowers energize you? Maybe the sight
of an easy-care landscape would evoke
a sigh of relief.
Two of Scottsdales local landscape
architects have teamed up to bring
these visions to life. They have
designed seven unique landscape
options for you - Birdscape,
Colorscape, EZscape, Flutterscape,
Nativescape, Shadescape, and
Verdescape. Each has a look and
character all its own. Choose the one
that suits your taste and fits yourlifestyle. All of the landscapes have
been designed with the low-water-use
principles of Xeriscape* in mind; so
they 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 that
are available to help with theinstallation and maintenance of your
new 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 I T 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
ACKNOW LEDGEM ENTS 36 Special Thanks
Water Conservation Tips 37
Notes 38
Welcome to the City of ScottRemodeling Workbook. This to use 5-step workbook has developed to assist you withvating your front yard lands
Most landscape professionalthat the average lifespan ofgiven landscape is about 20As many of Scottsdales nei
hoods mature, a growing nuof homeowners are opting tvate their landscapes.
This reinvestment by residenonly beautifies their homes,also contributes to the valuetheir neighborhoods and therounding community.
Based on real estate studieshome landscaping investmen
homeowners can garner retto 200%.
How to Use This WorkbThe step-by-step format of tworkbook is easy to follow a
guide you through the landsprocess. References to additresources for further assistaoffered throughout the workand have been compiled in Resources 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. ScottsdalesEnvironmentally 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 terrainalterations, require prior plan
approval from the City of
Scottsdale. If you are unsure
whether a permit is required, please
contact the citys 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 avaifor converting water intenslandscape to low-water-useXeriscape. For more informtion and requirements, conWater Conservation at480-312-5650.
Your neighborhood may beeligible for a grant throughNeighborhood EnhancemeProgram. For application imation contact Citizen andNeighborhood Resources a480-312-3111.
Need Help?Landscape professionals cahelp with all or part of youlandscaping project.
Tips for choosing professioservices can be found in thXeriscapebrochure (p.19)
Be a good neighborRespect property boundariwhen altering storm-waterdrainage and placing treesplant material.
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dentify Existing Conditions
Sketch Your YardSketching your yard as it looks now will
help define landscape considerations for
choosing a design, and the measurements
will be helpful when making adjustments
for size and the number of plants needed
for the design. A simple sketch with basic
dimensions will do. Use one of theworksheets and the landscape legend on
pages 5-10 and follow the Seven Steps to
Site Assessment. Several worksheets are
included, so you can make changes easily
or experiment with a number of designs.
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MicroclimatesThe climate in a yard can be mfied by factors such as sun orshade, heat reflected from buiings, or even contours in the lascape. Identifying the variousmicroclimates in your yard will
you make appropriate plant setions.
Relocat ing PlantsDesert trees and palms fare bemoved during the summer whethey are actively growing.
Free Water!Rainwater harvesting retains auses the water that falls on thesite. If your design incorporaterainwater 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 hardscapes. It can also be directhrough grading and contourinturf, trees, and planted areas.
2Seven Steps to Site Assessment1. Measure your front yard and draw a map on the Site AssessmentWorksheet 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 orwithin 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 beretained, such as patios, walkways, and walls.
Identify Existing Conditions
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LandscapeLegend
SYMBOL
PLANT
HEIGHTXSPREAD
EXPOSURE
QUANTITY
BOTANICAL/COMMONNAME
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LandscapeLegen
d
SYMBOL
PLANT
HEIGHTXS
PREAD
EXPOSURE
QUANTITY
BOTANICAL/COMMONNAME
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LandscapeLegend
SYMBOL
PLANT
HEIGHTXSPREAD
EXPOSURE
QUANTITY
BOTANICAL/COMMONNAME
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Choose a Design Theme
How do you want your yard to
look?
Do you prefer a certain style or
look? If you envision your yard
with lawn, the Verdescape may be
a good choice. However, if the
beauty of the desert captivates
you, the Nativescape may be thelook you prefer.
How do you use your yard?
Define your lifestyle. Lifestyles are
often related to life stages, such as
child rearing or retirement, which
affect the use and purpose of the
yard.
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 the
ite assessment, you are ready to
choose a landscape design. While
he designs are intended to com-
plement any home, you may find
hat a particular theme fits with
he architecture of your home ors more appropriate for your
neighborhood. Answering the fol-
owing questions will help you
decide which design suits your
needs and your lifestyle.
How much time do you want to
devote to landscape
maintenance?
The maintenance requirements of
a landscape can vary significantly.
While avid gardeners may relish
time spent maintaining their yard,
a household with young childrenand a schedule filled with outside
activities could make EZscape the
perfect choice. If time is a factor,
consider these guidelines when
choosing a design:
Simple planting designs can
make irrigation and
maintenance of a landscape
easier.
Natural looking landscapes
typically require less time andenergy to maintain than
manicured landscapes.
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BIRDSCAPE
LEGEND
Chilopsis
linearis/DesertWillow
Cercidiumfloridum(Parkinsoniaflorida)/
BluePaloVerde
Justiciaspicigera/MexicanHoneysuckle
Muhlenb
ergiarigens/DeerGrass
Daleafrutescens/BlackDalea
Penstem
oneatonii/FirecrackerPenstemon
Tecomastans/YellowBells
Punicag
ranatum
Nana/Nana
Dwar
fPomegrana
te
Agavepalmeri/PalmersAgave
Hesperaloeparviflora/RedYucca
Baileyamultiradiata/DesertMarigold
Aloevera/MedicinalAloe
Birdbath
(smallearthstonewokbowl)
Boulder
(naturalsurfaceselect,varioussizes)
*Seedsm
aybeusedtoreplaceorsupplement
plantings.
25x20
30x30
3x3
4x4
3x4
1x1.5
6x6
8x6
3x3
3x5
1x1
2x5
Fullsun
Reflected
sun/fullsun
Fullsun/p
artshade
Fullsun/p
artshade
Fullsun/p
artshade
Fullsun/p
artshade
Fullsun/p
artshade
Fullsun/p
artshade
Fullsun/p
artshade
Fullsun/p
artshade
Fullsun
Fullsun/p
artshade
2 1 7 4 510*
5 2 2 820*
9 1 6
SYM
BOL
BOTAN
ICAL/COM
M
ONN
AM
E
HEIGHTX
SPREAD
EXPOSU
RE
QUANTITY
Thebeautyandanticsofbirds
arebothdelightfulandenter-
taining.TheBirdscapeis
designedtoinvitebirdsinto
thelandscapeandfeatures
plantsthatofferfood,shelter
andnestingsites.Nativebirds
areoftenattractedtotreesthat
areindigenoustoourregion
andtoplantsthatareafood
sourcetheyrecognize.Plants
thatproducebrightberriesor
seedsaresuretoattractawide
rangeofbirds,whilehum-
mingbirdsaredrawntored
andorangetubularflowers.
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COLORSCAP
ELEGEND
Acaciafarnesiana/SweetAcacia
Cercidiumfloridum
(Parkinsoniaflorida)/BluePaloVerde
Bauh
inialunarioides/Anacacho
Orch
idTree
Justiciacalifornica/Chuparosa
Lantanamontevidensis/Training
Lave
nderLantana
Caesalpiniapulcherrima/RedBirdof
Para
dise
Erica
merialaricifolia/TurpentineBush
Daleapulchra/BushDalea
Hesp
eraloeparviflora/RedYucca
20x20
30x30
8x6
4x4
1x4
6x6
2x3
4x5
3x5
Fullsun
Reflected
sun/fullsun
Fullsun/part
shade
Fullsun/part
shade
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun/part
shade
W-Sp
Sp
Sp
W-Sp
Sp/S/F
S F W-Sp
Sp-S
1 2 3 14
13 3 1
8 5 10
SYM
BOL
BOT
ANICAL/COM
M
ONN
AM
E
HEIGHTX
SPREAD
EXPOSURE
QUANTITY
BLOOM
SEASON
Vibrantcolorscombineto
energizetheColorscape.
Treesandshrubswitha
varietyofbloomp
eriods
arecombinedwithanarray
ofprolificandlong-bloom-
ingperennials.
Acaptivat-
inglandscapethatchanges
throughtheseasons,
Colorscapeoffersadelight-
fulelementofsurprisein
thelandscape.
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EZSCAPELE
GEND
Ole
aeuropeaSwanHill/SwanHill
Olive
Ebe
nopsisebano
(Pithecellobiumflexicaule)/TexasEbony
Dasylirionwheeleri/DesertSpoon
Lan
tanamontevidensis/
TrailingLavenderLantana
Cae
salpiniapulcherrima/
Red
BirdofParadise
Agavedesmettiana/SmoothAgave
Con
volvuluscneorum/
BushMorningGlory
Hesperaloeparviflora/RedYucca
Leu
cophyllumlangmaniae/Langmans
Sag
e
25x25
20x15
4x4
1x4
6x6
3x3
2x3
3x5
5x5
Fullsun/part
shade
Fullsun
Fullsun/part
shade
Fullsun
Fullsun
Partsun/shade
Fullsun/part
shade
Fullsun/part
shade
Fullsun
1 2 3 10 3 9 1
1 6 12
Simplicityofdesignisa
strengthoftheEZscape
thatcarriesthroughtosim-
plifybothirrigationand
landscapemaintenance.
Undemandingandtough,
droughttolerantplants
workhardinthislandscape
soyoudonthaveto.
Plantswithpleasingnatural
formsseldomr
equireprun-
ing,andaminimumo
flit-
terwillmakethislandscape
easytomaintain.
SYM
BOL
BOTANICA
L/COM
M
ONN
AM
E
HEIGHTX
SPREAD
EXPOSURE
QUANTITY
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FLUTTERSCAPELEGEND
Butterfliesfloatingthrough
thelandscapecreatea
serenesetting.
Alandscape
designedtoattractbutter-
flies,thecolorful
Flutterscapeenticesbutter-
fliesintotheyardwithnec-
tar-producingflowersfor
theadultstofeedonand
foodplantsfortheiryoung.
Largeopenflowerclusters
serveaslandingpadsthat
encouragethemt
olingerin
theyard.
Lysilomamicrophylla/FeatherBush
Ebenopsisebano(Pithecellobiumflexicaule)/
TexasEbony
Prosopisvelutina/VelvetMesquite
Eysenhardtiaorthocarpa/Kidneywood
Daleafrutescens/BlackDalea
Calliand
racalifornica/BajaFairyDuster
Verbenagooddingii/GooddingsVerbena
Buddleiamarrubifolia/WoollyButterflyBush
Lantana
montevidensis/TrailingLavenderLantan
a
Lantana
camarahybrid/BushLantana
Caesalp
iniapulcherrima/RedBirdofParadise
Leucophyllumlaevigatum/ChihuahuanSage
Asclepia
ssubulata/DesertMilkweed
15x15
20x15
25x25
15x10
3x4
5x5
1x3
5x5
1x4
4x4
6x6
4x5
3x3
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
1 1 1 2 3 8 8 7 9 6 3 7 7
SYM
BOL
BOTAN
ICAL/COM
M
ONN
AM
E
HEIGHTX
SPREAD
EXPO
SURE
QUANTITY
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NATIVESCAP
ELEGEND
Nativescapedefinesthe
characterofourregionand
bringsthebeautyofthe
desertintoyouryardfor
youtoenjoy.Nativetrees
areusedtorecreatenature
inthisnaturalisticland-
scapeandprovidefiltered
shadewheremanyplants
willflourish.
Desertpave-
ment(raked,salvaged
nativedesertsoil)isusedin
placeofdecomposedgran-
ite,allowingannualsand
grassestogrowthrough
andmimicthedesertfloor.
Strikingaccentplantsadd
drama,andindigenous
wildflowerseedscanbe
scatteredinthefalltoadd
acolorfuldisplayinthe
springtime.
Carnegieagigantea/Saguaro
Proso
pisvelutina/VelvetMesquite
Olneyatesota/Ironwood
Fouquieriasplendens/Ocotillo
Opun
tiaengelmannii/EnglemannsPricklyPear
Baileyamultiradiata/DesertMarigold
Sphaeralceaambigua/GlobeMallow
Enceliafarinosa/Brittlebush
Larre
atridentata/CreosoteBush
Justic
iacalifornica/Chuparosa
Ericamerialaricifolia/TurpentineBush
Penstemonparryi/ParrysPenstemon
Boulder(naturalsurfaceselect,varioussizes)
20x10
25x25
25x25
12x10
4x8
1x1
3x3
3x4
6x6
4x4
2x3
1.5
x1.5
Fullsun/
partshade
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun/
partshade
Fullsun
Fullsun/
partshade
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun/
partshade
1 1 1 2 313*
8 6* 6 1
012
16*
3
S
SYM
BOL
BOTANICAL/COM
M
ONN
AM
E
HEIGHTX
SPREAD
EXPOSURE
QUANTITY
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SHADESCAPELEGEND
Prosopisvelutina/VelvetMesquite
Dalbergiasissoo/IndianRosewood
MyrtuscommunisBoetica/TwistedMyrtle
Tecomariacap
ensis/CapeHoneysuckle
Penstemonpa
rryi/ParrysPenstemon
Ruelliapeninsularis/BajaRuellia
Agaveparryi/
ParrysAgave
Yuccarecurvifolia/PendulousYucca
Hesperaloepa
rviflora/RedYucca
Dasylirionwheeleri/DesertSpoon
Bulbinefrutescens/Bulbine
Santolinachamaecyparissus/LavenderCotton
Santolinavirens/GreenSantolina
Wedeliatrilobata/YellowDot
Plumbagoscandens/WhitePlumbago
Agavevilmoriniana/OctopusAgave
(earthstonewokbowl)
Boulder(naturalsurfaceselect,varioussizes)
25x25
40x30
5x4
6x5
1.5
x1.5
3x4
2x2
6x3
3x5
4x4
1x2
1x1
1x1
1.5
x6
3x3
4x5
Fullsun
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/shade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Partsha
de
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Partsha
de/fullshade
Fullsun/partshade
1 1 3 3 3 3 1 3 9 1 3 14 4 1
316 1 3
SYM
BOL
BOTANICAL/COM
M
ONN
AM
E
HEIGHTX
SPREAD
EXPOS
URE
QUANTITY
Cool,welcomingshadeis
thefocusofthe
Shadescape.Treesprovide
thebackboneoftheland-
scapewithcanopiesthat
extendoverheadtooffer
relieffromt
heheatofsum-
mer.
Shadetolerantplants
canbeusedbeneaththe
treesandinnorth-facing
exposures.
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VERDESCAPELEGEND
Dalbergiasissoo/IndianRosewood
Phoenixdacty
lifera/DatePalm
Leucophyllum
frutescens/GreenCloudSage
RosemarinusofficinalisProstratus/TrailingRosemary
Tecomariacap
ensis/CapeHoneysuckle
Ruelliabritton
iana/PurpleRuellia
Neriumoleander/PetitePinkOleander
Caesalpiniapu
lcherrima/RedBirdofParadise
Agavegeminiflora/Twin-FloweredAgave
Hesperaloepa
rviflora/RedYucca
Dasylirionacrotriche/GreenDesertSpoon
Tecomastans/
YellowBells
Lantanacama
raSolidMound/GoldMoundLantana
Verbenagooddingii/GooddingsVerbena
Cynodondactylon/Bermudagrass
Agavevilmoriniana/OctopusAgave
(earthstonewokbowl)
Boulder(naturalsurfaceselect,varioussizes)
40x30
40x20
6x6
2x4
6x5
3x3
3x3
6x6
3x3
3x5
4x4
6x6
2x3
1x3
1.5
xvaries
4x5
Fullsun/partshade
Reflectedsun
/fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Re
flec
tedsun
/fullsun
/par
ts
ha
de
Reflectedsun
/fullsun
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun
Fullsun/partshade
Fullsun
Fullsun/partshade
1 2 3 10 1 4 4 1 1 5 3 1 1
513
412SF
1 3
SYM
BOL
BOTANICAL/COM
M
ONN
AM
E
HEIGHTX
SPREAD
EXPOSURE
QUANTITY
Evergreenplantsandver-
dantgreenfoliagearepre-
dominantinthe
Verdescape.Shadesof
greenandavarietyoftex-
turesprovidecontrastin
theplantcombinationsand
alsoworktogethertocreate
alusheffect.
Seasonal
coloraccentsareincorpo-
ratedintothedesigntoadd
anelementofsurpriseand
interest.
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Put It All Together
Making AdjustmentsModifying a design to fit your
property has been simplified with
the matching scale and gridlines
on 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 your
yard measurement is shorter, your
landscape will require fewer
plants. If your yard measurement
is longer, your landscape will
require additional plants to
achieve the look of the design.
(All designs are based on the
mature 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 access
into the yard
Slight adjustments in a design
may be necessary to accommo-
date doors, windows, or access
into the yard.
Compare notations from yoursite assessment to determine if
adjustments are needed.
Utilizing existing plants or
hardscape elements
If there are plants or elements in
the landscape you wish to incor-
porate, the design can be modi-
fied around those elements. As
with 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 nplaced close to walkways oplay areas.
Plan for adequate visibili tyaround driveways and parareas. Choose plants that not grow above 2 in heighhave a canopy above 7 ta
The City of Scottsdales ProMaintenance Ordinance,Chapter 18-5 (sections m an), prohibits vegetation thaoverhangs into the public
of-way and obstructs visibor safe passage. For moremation, contact the citys CEnforcement Department a480-312-2546.
Planting TipsMost plants perform best i
planted in the fall. This alloplants to establish a root sand develop stamina befoheat of summer arrives.
The slopes of mounds are microclimates for plants threquire 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 theandscape design. All the landscapedesigns are oriented to a south-facingexposure, but are suitable for other expo-
ures as well. However, if deep shade orother factors significantly affect the
microclimate of your yard, you may need
o use plants with growing requirements
hat more closely match the conditions of
a particular area.
When making substitutions,
use the worksheet measure-
ments and your notations on
orientation and sun/shade
from your site assessment tomake appropriate plant
elections.
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 bookletLandscape 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 Pfor the Arizona Desertcanyou select plants that are able for any situation. Ask
at the One Stop Shop or cWater Conservation Office(480-312-5650).
Planting in ESLOHomes that are zoned ESL(Environmentally Sensit iveOrdinance) may only plan
indigenous plants within aenclosed areas. Non-indigplants may be used withinwalled backyard but may have the potential to exceft. in height. Contact the OStop Shop for a list of indiplants.
PowerlinesOverhead powerlines mayrequire substitut ing approsized plantings that will notaller than 15 feet.
Plan for adequate visibili tyaround driveways, street sections, and corner lots. plants that will not grow a in height
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Put It All Together
Mounds and contouring for
interest and rainwater
harvesting
Mounds and depressions in a
landscape can create more inter-
esting areas, provide microcli-
mates for plantings, and be effec-
tive in directing and holdingrainwater for use in your
landscape.
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 plantedareas.
Water RetentionRetain drainage on site.Modifications to gradingshould not direct water intneighbors yards or towarbuilding foundations.
Want to know more?From simple to complex, wcollection systems in the lascape offer a wide range omethods to capture and urainwater. Ask for the boHarvesting Rainwater forLandscape Useat the One Shop or call the WaterConservation Office to findmore.
Water SavingsConsider replacing high-m
nance and high-water-usewith native or drought tolevegetation. Native plants only colorful and attractivthey are also well adapteddesert heat.
Grouping plants that havewater requirements into hand lower water-use zonesmotes plant health and m
watering easier and morecient.
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Watering the LandscapeWater is the lifeline to the plants
n your landscape and an essential
element of the design. There are a
number of ways to apply water to
he landscape. Factors such as effi-
ciency, reliability, and cost
may influence the methodyou choose; but if your land-
cape doesnt have a drip irri-
gation system, this may be a
good time to install one. Drip
rrigation is an efficient water-
ng system that delivers water
directly to the root system of a
plant.
Existing irrigation systems can be
modified to accommodate new
andscape 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 BasicsFind information on irrigacomponents and drip irriginstallation in the Xeriscapbrochure.
Attend a free workshop oirrigation. Call the WaterConservation Office for de(480-312-5650).
A comprehensive technicapublication, Guidelines FoLandscape Drip IrrigationSystems, is available fromWater Conservation Office
Locate landscape or irrigaprofessionals to handle thirrigation segment for youfor choosing professionalservices can be found in tXeriscapebrochure (p.19
How Much, How OfteConfused about how to wlandscape? Youll find helbooklet Landscape Waterthe Numbers. Ask for it aOne Stop Shop or call the Conservation Office.
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Hardscape elements
The hardscapes in your landscape
nclude patios, walkways, and
walls. Top dressings such as
decomposed granite, while
considered a hardscape, should be
nstalled after the plants.
Marking plant locations for
drip irrigation installation
Marker flags may be purchased at
hardware or irrigation supply
tores.
Flag locations of plants to mark
drip emitter placement.
Purchasing and installing plants
Plant availability varies between
nurseries. If local nurseries do notcarry a particular plant, they can
often order it for you; or you may
want to visit nurseries that spe-
cialize in desert-adapted plants.
Many nurseries will also order the
quantities specified in your land-
cape design as well as an assort-
ment of plant sizes.
Although prices may vary, pur-
chasing smaller sizes can cut costs.Utilizing seeds to supplement
educed plant quantities is anoth-
er cost-cutting option that works
well for fast-growing native plant-
ngs such as desert marigold and
will be noted on the landscape
egends.
5A Maintenance RoutinAppropriate maintenance keep your landscape healand beautiful. The Xeriscabrochure can help you setmaintenance routine (p. 4
Planting TipsDig planting hole three totimes wider but no deeperthan the plants root ball.
If roots are growing in a cmake several slices along
of root ball.
When placed in planting hthe top of root ball shouldlevel with soil surface.
Fill hole with native soil. Inot necessary to add soilamendments to the backf
Remove nursery stakes.
New plantings require mo
frequent watering than eslished plantings. Youll finwatering schedules for botnew and established plantthe 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 water
evaporation, weed growth and
blowing 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 hardscapesurfaces.
The use of plastic sheeting or
landscape fabric as a weed barrier
beneath 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 barriersprevent proper watering of
plantings and promote water
runoff from the landscape.
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Implement the Landscape Plan
Maintaining Your Vision
While all landscapes look best
with regular care and attention,
the landscape designs in this
workbook have used the
principles of Xeriscape and should
require only minimal mainte-
nance. The tough desert-adaptedplants thrive without fertilizers,
resist insect damage, and seldom
need pruning. Well-designed and
maintained drip irrigation systems
can water your landscape even
when you are away from home.
A landscape that is attractive as
well as easy to care for will
enhance the value of your home
and reward you with hours ofenjoyment in your beautiful yard.
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One Stop Shop/Permit Services
7447 E. Indian School
Suite 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-312-2500
Water Conservation Office
9312 N. 94th St.Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Phone: 480-312-5650
Blue Stake
www.azbsinc.com
602-263-1100 (within Maricopa County)
or 1-800-STAKE-IT
Booklets
The following booklets are available at the One Stop
Shop 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 85258
Phone: 480-312-5650
Neighborhood Enhancement Partnerhsip Progra
Citizen & Neighborhood Resources7447 E. Indian School #300
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-312-3111
Web Sites
City of Scottsdale Water Conservation
www.scottsdaleaz.gov/water
City of Scottsdale Citizen & Neighborhood Reso
www.scottsdaleaz.gov
Arizona Municipal Water Users Association
www.amwua.org
Arizona Department of Water Resources
www.azwater.gov
Maricopa County Cooperative Extension
www.ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden
Water Use It Wisely
www.wateruseitwisely.com
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Special thanks to landscape
architects Greg Presto and Doug
Diggins for their countless hours
of work toward this project and
for volunteering their time and
alent in the production of this
book.
Contributing photographer:
Charles Mann
Charles Mann Photography
Contributing landscape architects
and designers:
Jim Coffman
cover (bottom)
page 12
Landscaping by Andrepage 8
Carrie Nimmer, Xerarch Studio
page 3
Christie Ten Eyck
Ten Eyck Landscape Architects
cover (top)
page 12
Steve Emerickpage 11
Acknowledgements
Robyn Baker
Water Conservation Specialist
Water Resources
Wendy Hardy
Native Plant Specialist
Planning & Development Services
Rick Forgus
Senior Graphic Designer
Communications & Public Affairs
Molly Edwards
Housing Resource Manager
Citizen & Neighborhood Resources/Housing Resources
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Water Conservation Tips
37
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 a
driveways.
Minimize evaporation by watering during the early morning hours, when temperatures are cooler and winds
are lighter.
Use a layer of organic mulch around plants to reduce evaporation and save hundreds of gallons of water a ye
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
water.
Were more likely to notice leaky faucets indoors, but dont forget to check outdoor faucets, pipes, and hoses
for 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 bette
than 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 ef
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
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Wat er Conservat ion9312 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