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Russell Ackerman
Water Resources Specialist
(310) 458-8405
russell.ackerman@smgov.net

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Lawn Alternatives

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pamphlet shows a wide range of climate appropriate grasses and ground covers that offer a variety of low-water use solutions to your yard and garden needs.

Aeration is a technique vital to maintaining a healthy lawn in our climate. For detailed information on aeration, consult The Arizona Master Gardener Manual, an authoratative resource on lawn care and other gardening topics. The practice of De-thatching is also explained in the Manual's De-thatching section.

Last updated: Thursday, 08/04/2011

New Landscape Rebates

Looking for extra motivation to make your landscape water-wise? The City of Santa Monica is now offering Cash Reimbursements for recommended irrigation products, removal of thirsty lawns, or a complete landscape overhaul. These offers are first come, first served--find out all the details here: Rebates

A Website for Sore Eyes

Take a gander at some gorgeous gardens, point and click on the plants you like and - voila! - you tap into a wealth of information on that particular plant species. Click again and you automatically compile a printable list of plants that can easily be handed-off to a landscaper or an attendant at your favorite nursery.

This tool will go a long way in helping you overcome some of the most significant hurdles in getting your sustainable landscape project started.

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