Xeriscaping

Some excerpts from the Residential Improvement Guidelines. Please make sure to read through the full document related to landscaping and xeriscaping to gain a more complete picture: 

• 2.68, page 14 Xeriscaping - (The following guideline pertains to areas of a lot where sod is being replaced, not hardscapes resultant of the original builds and landscaping.) Xeriscaping is defined as landscaping and gardening methods that reduce or eliminate the need for supplemental irrigation beyond the quantity of water that falls as natural precipitation (rain, snow, etc). This is not to be confused with “zero-scaping,” where the landscape consists of rocks and other hardscapes, with very few or no plantings. Xeriscaping is not a ‘natural area’ and, while some decorative native species that are drought tolerant might be incorporated into the area, it is not an area that is free from the requirement of regular maintenance (pruning, weeding, etc…). Zero-scaping is prohibited beyond
  that which existed from the original build and landscaping (large aggregate beds between properties).

• 2.68.3, page 15: On average, there must be one group for every 100 square feet (10’ x 10’) of Xeriscaped area. A group is defined as three (3) or more plants and collectively, one quarter of the groups must contain or consist of mature plants (4 groups of 3 plants = 3 mature plants minimum.)

• 2.68.4, page 15 Artificial turf or plants are prohibited.

• Remember: The Town of Wellington has requirements for landscaping and types of trees acceptable for the front and back yards of individual lots. The Town should be consulted prior to ensure compliance with Town ordinances.