How this landscape makeover will save water
Landscape makeover by the numbers
- 20 cubic yards of mulch
- 5 cubic yards of compost, plus worm castings added to each planting hole
- 142 plants = 37 different species
- 27 percent of the plants are California natives
- 81 percent drought tolerant plants
- An estimated water savings of 33,009 gallons per year
How we chose the winner
For more than two months, the "Sustain the Gains" contest encouraged residents to continue water-efficient behaviors established during the drought and make it a way of life.
More than 3,200 Roseville water customers entered and we reviewed ALL resident’s entries and were moved by the passion of the community, many of whom provided testimony about what they’ve done to conserve and how continued water savings is necessary despite improved water conditions.
Debi and Kurt Nelson stood out because they embodied customers who had taken extraordinary steps to reduce water use both indoor and outdoor during the prolonged dry period.
Ways you can save water, too!
Although the contest is over, City of Roseville water efficiency staff provides incentives for Roseville residents to pursue water efficient behaviors through programs like Cash for Grass, which helps convert water-thirsty grass to a beautiful, water-efficient landscape. Customers can take advantage of up to $1,300 in rebates and program incentives to reduce water use both inside and outside their homes, including rebates for lawn conversions, irrigation efficiency and weather-based irrigation timers.