Designer:

Large Plastic Cistern
Image: 9 of 10

Photographer: City of Santa Monica

Soils and Compost:

Maintain a two to four inch layer of mulch on the soil surface to reduce weeds, infiltrate rain water, and reduce compaction.

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.

Integrated Pest Management:

Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.