NAME: BEDATRI ANAND

ROLL NO: BARCH/10009/18

SUBJECT : SITE PLANNING AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
● "xeri" derived from the Greek word "xeros" for dry; and "scape", ● Lowered consumption of water: Xeriscaped landscapes
meaning a kind of view or scene. While xeriscape translates to mean can reduce water use 60% or more compared to
"dry scene," in practice xeriscaping means simply landscaping with regular lawn landscapes.
slow-growing, drought tolerant plants to conserve water and reduce ● Makes more water available for other domestic and
yard trimmings. community uses and the environment.
● It is the Denver Water summary which is made by using the, “Seven ● Reduce Maintenance: Aside from occasional weeding
Water Saving Basic Principles” in the year 1981. The main focus of and mulching Xeriscaping requires far less time and
effort to maintain.
this summary is to make the quality landscapes by using less
● Xeriscape plants in appropriate planting design, and
quantity of water.
soil grading and mulching, takes full advantage of
rainfall retention.
● Less cost to maintain: Xeriscaping requires less
fertilisers and equipment, particularly due to the
reduced lawn areas.
● Reduced waste and pollution: Lawn clippings can
contribute to organic waste in landfills and the use of
heavy fertilizers contributes to urban runoff pollution.
● Reduce fertilizer use (phosphorus, nitrogen, potassium)
that help grow harmful algae
 Xeric landscapes need good irrigation in Group plants with similar soil, light and
With respect to the buildings, the first few years to establish the root All landscapes require some
watering requirements. Many varieties of
driveways and existing vegetation systems of plants maintenance, but proper
plants will fit in a xeric
planning a design of landscape. Note planning and design make it
landscape.Consider the design of the
the orientation to the sun. more efficient.
planting site when choosing plants.

EFFICIENT IRRIGATION ZONING OF PLANTS APPROPRIATE

MAINTENANCE

SOIL PREPARATION TURF ALTERNATIVES MULCHING

Soil will retain more moisture if properly

prepared.In high and moderate water zones, Turf provides a play area for the yard. It Mulch provides a cover for soil, keeping
adding organic matter, compost or leaves can also controls erosion and absorbs heat, it moist and preventing
help soil retain moisture. cooling the environment around it. evaporation.Mulch also controls weed
growth and erosion.
 Plant in xeriscape gardens.
Planted in sweeps or displayed
in large containers, bamboo
muhly gives an Asian look to
● Xeriscaping is the process of landscaping or gardening that gardens without "real"
reduces or eliminates the need for supplemental water from bamboo.
irrigation.
● It is promoted in regions that do not have accessible, plentiful, Perfect for ornamental garden.
This xeriscape garden may not
or reliable supplies of freshwater and is gaining acceptance in have a large array of plants. “is
other regions as access to irrigation water is becoming xeriscape garden may not have
limited. a large array of plants, but the
● Xeriscaping may be an alternative to various types of plants that are in place are so
striking that the space feels
traditional gardening. full.

Meandering gravel path, stone

steps and a perennial garden
under the mature trees. This is
how visitors approach the front ● There is one reputed Institute in India named Tata
entry which is much more Institute of Social Sciences(TISS) which is one of
welcoming. the best example of Xeriscaping.
● Bordharan would be one of the closer and nearer
Xeriscaping doesn't have to be
plain or boring. This beautiful example of Xeriscaping.
outdoor room features areas for ● Kalpataru which is in Mumbai is another
quiet contemplation amidst wonderful example of Xeriscaping.
natural elements such as
stones, wood materials and
plants.