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How can we conserve water while maintaining healthy, attractive gardens, no matter what climate you're in? Record-breaking heat waves, devastating droughts, wildfires scorching millions of acres, floods turning streets into rivers—we've seen it all this year. As climate extremes test our resilience, our gardens are feeling the impact too. How do we ensure our gardens not only survive but also grow in these unpredictable conditions?

In this episode, let’s talk about water-saving techniques and strategies to keep your garden lush and sustainable with  Noelle Johnson, aka the “Arizona plant lady.” She’s a horticulturist, landscape consultant, and the author of the new book, ‘The Water-Smart Garden.’

In this episode, we learn:
[02:53] How Noelle became a plant expert
[04:36] Why water conservation is important
[07:27] What does water conservation look like?
[08:27] Identifying drought conditions
[09:56] Water-saving tips for renters
[10:49] What are the plants great for different plant zones?
[13:43] How to choose drought-tolerant Plants
[15:28] Support a sustainable future for your garden and planet with Espoma Organics’ premium gardening products!
[16:58] Create the low-maintenance perennial garden of your dreams with ​​AHS Essential Guide to Perennial Gardening!
[18:52] Why you should go to a local nursery
[20:34]  How do you make soil more efficient at water retention?
[23:32] How do mulch and ground cover help with water retention?
[26:36] What are ollas for water saving?
[30:46]  What are different ways of capturing rainwater? (rain barrel, swale, creek beds, etc)
[36:32] What is xeriscaping?
[40:33]  How can you reduce the water your lawn needs?
[44:14] Smart irrigation controllers
[45:30] Beginner tips for water conservation
[47:20] Advanced water conservation strategies
[49:14] Get Noelle’s new book,  ’The Water Smart Garden’

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