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Owner

Bob

City

Loveland

Skill Set

Intermediate

Project Size

250 - 500 sq ft

Project Location

Backyard

Sun Exposure

Full sun

Year Completed

2024

Time Commitment

More than 40 hours of labor

Project Cost

less than $500

Other Project Elements

Native or drought-tolerant plants, Drip irrigation system, Pathways

Professional Help

Yes

Advice from the Owner

The project was well-supported by the city of Loveland and the Resource Central team. They were so helpful in the process and very professional in their communications and actions. The pictures represent the transformation from March to August 2024. Now, in August, the plants are thriving, even after a devastating hail storm in late July. I would suggest working extra hard to make sure grass doesn’t try to regrow, as well as to add some root stimulator to the plants shortly after planting. We converted a sprinkler zone to a drip and that was not difficult either, after watching some videos. I bought all materials locally, including fabric, edging, rock, and pavers. So happy with the overall results and saving water as well.

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