Under the current water shortage conditions, it’s all about trying to conserve as much water and natural resources as possible. One way you can conserve water around your property is to consider eco-friendly landscaping.
Now, what exactly is eco-friendly landscaping? Besides plants that are low in consumption, one particularly great eco-friendly landscaping material to consider are pavers. Pavers are a great way to change up your outdoor space, while also conserving water. It’s a win-win!
Let’s take a look at just how paver landscaping can save water.
How Paver Landscapes Save Water
Firstly, paving a section or all of your backyard or property grounds means you won’t have to water as much lawn. So, just by removing grass, you’ll save a lot on water usage.
But more than that, there are other ways paver landscapes save water and here they are.
Pavers help prevent flooding
Think of a cement or screed driveway and how it can flood when it rains. Why? Simple. It’s not permeable.
This simply means that there is no flow of water between the surface and the ground underneath. So, when there are heavy rains, excess water that has nowhere to go builds up. This results in flooding and can potentially cause damage to a property.
However, a paved landscape is permeable. Excess water will drain into the ground underneath and won’t cause any flooding or pooling.
This is particularly great because flooding can not only damage the foundations of your home but lead to erosion of the ground around your home. So, preventing flooding is particularly important here.
They prevent runoff (and pollution)
Runoff, or stormwater, refers to rainwater that collects and makes its way from our homes and buildings, through storm drains, down to rivers, lakes, and oceans.
The problem with runoff is that as it moves through our urban areas, it collects pollution – from visible garbage to fertilizers and other chemical products and by-products. This means that contaminated water makes its way into natural bodies of water and pollutes it.
Now, with a paved landscape, stormwater will seep into the ground below the paved area, through the gaps between pavers, instead of running through drains and collecting pollution along the way.
This is another great way you can contribute to the environment, by preventing the movement of pollution.
Permeable pavers replenish the groundwater supply
Water moves where it has space to move and permeable pavers are laid out in a way that leaves cracks or joints that allow water to move between them. This is what makes them permeable. As a result, rainwater doesn’t pool up and flood areas. Rather, it is able to seep down through the cracks into the ground.
What this means for water drainage and the environment, is that rainwater filters back into the earth and replenishes the groundwater supply.
This is a great way to contribute positively to the environment and ensure that the ground on your property is in good condition. The best part is that you’ll be benefiting the environment while enjoying a beautiful paved landscape.
Why Choose Paver Landscaping
Although vast lawns and flowerbeds teeming with brightly colored flowers are beautiful, they require a lot of attention and water.
Unfortunately, grass needs regular watering, and unless you live in a really rainy region, you’ll be spending a fortune on your water bill, trying to keep your grass green. Not to mention how much water you’ll be using, that could be saved.
By considering a more environmentally-friendly alternative to grass, you’d be helping to conserve water and natural resources.
Paved landscapes are also far more eco-friendly than having areas of concrete when it comes to saving water. So, with that in mind, paved landscaping is a great way to revamp your driveway, backyard or property, in a way that considers environmental impact.
This is not to say that it can’t be stunning to look at as well. There are so many ways one can make a paved landscape interesting. From retaining walls with flowers to interesting paver patterns, the options are truly endless.
There are so many color options and styles too. So whether your style is rustic, or modern, there are options to suit your style and budget.
Start Saving Water With A Paver Landscape
Whether you live in a dry region, or in a rainy area, saving water is of utmost importance. As such, it’s important to consider eco-friendly landscaping alternatives, such as paver landscapes.
Not only are paved landscapes stunning and unique to every home or property, but they’re also excellent for water-saving and preventing pollution and storm-water runoff.
Get in touch with us at Seattle Outdoor Spaces if you’re thinking of revamping your backyard to a gorgeous with landscape pavers. We’re always ready to help turn your outdoor space into something amazing!
