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Less Grass, More Water

A survey shows that many San Diego County homeowners are willing to reduce the size of their lawns to conserve water. KPBS reporter Ed Joyce tells us you don't need to replace your grass with rock gar

Less Grass, More Water

A survey shows that many San Diego County homeowners are willing to reduce the size of their lawns to conserve water. KPBS reporter Ed Joyce tells us you don't need to replace your grass with rock gardens to save money on your water bill.

Shifting to more drought-tolerant landscaping saves water and money. A San Diego County Water Authority survey shows county residents favor reducing their lawn sizes to conserve water. The Authority's John Liarakos says replacing existing plants with drought-tolerant varieties means more than sand and cactus.

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Liarakos: There are a great number of low water use plants that are very lush, very beautiful to look at that can be put in and you don't have to, you know, take out your lawn and cover your front yard with rocks.

Liarakos says the water authority wants to increase the county's efficiency with outdoor water use. He says the poll showed more than 80 percent of county residents support using recycled water for parks, sports fields and home yards.  Ed Joyce, KPBS News.