Azul Dr., Dana Point, CA

Description

First there was the turf removal and haul away. I think there was a period of having to let the ground wait (sit?) to be sure all the turf roots were completely gone? (or for another reason?). The existing irrigation system (typical type) was removed and replaced with a low-flow high-efficient sprinklers system. The new system included an upgrade to the 'watering system station' inside our garage and there was also an antennae thing placed on the corner of the house/roof that connects with a satellite or something that monitors the water needs so that the system only comes on as needed via the data shared thru the system.

Plants: visits to Tree of Life in San Juan Cap off Ortega Highway - There was a list of plants that were viewed to see what would work in our particular location (parkway of street) and proximity to the ocean-climate appropriate. An employee helped show plants and also make recommendations on how hearty different plants are, size at maturity, how quick to grow to maturity, 'curb appeal', how many of which plants would be needed. Also bought was a mixture of native wild flower seeds, poppies etc and those were sprinkled between the small plants and they will re-seed and continue on thru the years. And there was an organic mulch product that was put on top after to retard weeds and keep in moisture. Plants required a little bit of watering via hand until they were "home" and established.