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Old 12-18-2013, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by jimlocke View Post
I have a large lot and was using over 24,000 gallons. When I looked closely at the bill the charges for the non-potable water was over twice as much as potable per gallon. To pay upwards of $2000 a year to water the yard is a bit much; much more than my yard in Los Angeles! As I explored this situation I ran into a new term, xeriscape.... Florida friendly landscaping. Anyone have experience with it?



Water bills are all relative. Cheaper here than West Chester, Ohio. I know the term xeriscape, but before you make any changes, check first with Architectural Review Board.
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