California Friendly® Landscaping in Los Angeles
The transformation of lawns to native or California Friendly® landscaping is a practical and impactful step towards water conservation and climate resilience. Native plants that thrive in California’s climate enhance soil health and create sustainable gardens by mitigating erosion and improving water retention in the ground. Plus, these landscapes provide habitats for local wildlife, fostering biodiversity and ecosystem resilience in the face of environmental stressors.
Switching to a drought tolerant landscape not only saves a significant amount of water, but also reduces water bills.
Our California Friendly® Landscaping website explains how to design and install California Friendly® landscaping; irrigation methods and equipment that will help you to water your landscape more efficiently; and features design templates , plant lists, and other tips to help you easily and effectively maintain your garden.
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1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397)
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Hearing/Speech Impaired (TDD) (1-800-432-7397)
Related programs
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Building Benchmarking
This webpage will guide you in obtaining and tracking your energy and water consumption, using the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager®. This will help you comply with the City of Los Angeles’ Existing Building Energy and Water Efficiency Ordinance (EBEWE), which became effective January 1, 2017. It also serves to comply with State Legislation that requires statewide building energy use benchmarking.
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City Plants
City of LA residents are eligible to receive free trees from City Plants to plant in your yard or in your parkway.
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Commercial SoCal Water $mart Water Rebate Program
LADWP continues to offer a wide array of rebates and incentive programs that encourage water use efficiency and sustainable landscaping for businesses including rebates for appliances and irrigation equipment.