If you’re ready to downsize turf, xeriscaping is the smart, beautiful, water‑wise choice for Northern Colorado. There are practical, supported ways to make the switch without breaking the bank.

Garden In A Box and Local Resources Greeley has promoted Garden In A Box kits and local partnerships that make it easier to plant low‑water gardens. The city has shared information about these programs and seasonal offerings; see the city news post about Garden In A Box here: https://greeleyco.gov/water-and-sewer/about/news/2021/try-your-hand-at-gardening-with-the-fall-garden-in-a-box-program/.

Income‑Qualified Assistance If you qualify for income‑based programs, Greeley lists assistance options that can help with landscape upgrades and indoor water efficiency. Review eligibility and program details here: https://greeleyco.gov/water-and-sewer/save-water/income-qualified-programs/.

Case Studies and Local Success Greeley’s conservation work has been highlighted in regional case studies that show measurable savings from turf reduction and irrigation improvements. For a deeper look at outcomes and best practices, see this case study: https://waternow.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/2022.06.17-TIR-Case-Study-Greeley-CO-2.pdf.

Practical Steps to Xeriscape

1. Start small with a front‑yard bed or a side yard.

2. Use Garden In A Box kits or Resource Central plant lists for Colorado‑adapted species. (See the city Garden In A Box post above.)

3. Pair plantings with efficient irrigation and apply for rebates where eligible: https://greeleyco.gov/water-and-sewer/save-water/residential-rebates/.

4. Consider income‑qualified programs if you meet eligibility: https://greeleyco.gov/water-and-sewer/save-water/income-qualified-programs/.

If you want a step‑by‑step plan for a small xeriscape conversion, start with an irrigation audit and then apply for rebates or income‑qualified assistance.