For HOAs: Transform your Lawns into a native gardens!

Reduce HOA water bills, cut landscaping costs, and comply with AB1572 (CA) by converting lawn to native gardens.

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Is Your HOA in California?

We’ll help you to be compliant with AB 1572 (2029 deadline)!

“The use of potable water for the irrigation of nonfunctional turf located on commercial, industrial, and institutional properties, other than a cemetery, and on properties of homeowners’ associations, common interest developments, and community service organizations or similar entities is prohibited as of the following dates:

(4) All common areas of properties of homeowners’ associations, common interest developments, and community service organizations or similar entities, beginning January 1, 2029.”

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240AB1572

Why Convert Lawn to a Native Garden?

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Save Water & Cut Costs

Native gardens use up to 80% less water than lawns. They also require less maintenance. You’ll drastically reduce the cost of water and landscaping for your HOA.

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Restore Biodiversity

Species such as monarch butterflies have declined sharply in the last 30 years. They need native plants to survive. Your HOA’s native garden can help save them.

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Increase Appeal & Pride

Color and dimension will traverse your landscape, creating a signature look that stands out. Your HOA will see increased curb appeal and community pride.

Case Study: Lawn Conversion Cuts HOA Water Usage by 62%

In late 2024, to reduce their waterbill, the Homeowners Association (HOA) in Mountain View decided to replace their lawns with water-wise landscaping. They engaged us to design a landscape featuring a 100% native garden and select fruit trees. The design was finalized in early 2025, and the installation was successfully completed in early July.

The transformation was an immediate success. Residents quickly noted the qualitative benefits, such as enjoying the "colors and textures of the native plants (compared to the lawn before)" and observing a welcome boost in biodiversity—"I saw butterflies! Happy to see them flying around."

However, the true impact of the conversion surpassed all expectations. In the three months following the garden installation, the HOA’s overall water usage plummeted by an astonishing 62% compared to the same three-month period the previous year. This significant reduction is especially remarkable because the new native plants were still receiving consistent daily watering during their initial establishment phase.

Conclusion: This project clearly demonstrates that a native lawn transformation is a powerful strategy that not only enhances curb appeal and boosts local biodiversity but delivers verified and monumental water-saving results.

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Receive Rebates for Your Transformation!

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FAQ

Yes! We have extensive experience in applying for rebates that these agencies and cities provide: MWDOC, Valley Water, EBMUD and city of Long Beach. We can help your HOA apply for Turf Replacement rebates in addition to Landscape Design rebates.

The process for HOA lawn-to-garden conversion involves the following steps:
  1. Book a Free Consultation – Start by scheduling a no-cost consultation call with us.
  2. Receive a Quote and Agreement – After our discussion and gathering necessary details, we’ll send you a quote and a design agreement for review.
  3. Agreement and Initial Payment – Once we receive the signed agreement and initial payment, we’ll submit the rebate application on your HOA’s behalf and begin the design process.
  4. Design Review and Feedback – When the initial design is ready, we’ll meet with you to review it and make updates based on your feedback.
  5. Finalize and Submit Design – After finalizing the design, we’ll submit it along with any other required documents to the rebate program.
  6. Installation Support – Once the application is approved and moves to the installation phase, we can recommend contractors, help source plants, and provide consultation support to the contractors as needed.
This streamlined process ensures a smooth journey from concept to installation, with our team supporting you every step of the way.

AB1572 is a new regulation in California that will, starting January 1, 2029, prohibit the use of potable water for irrigating non-functional turf in the common areas of Homeowners Associations (HOAs). This regulation aims to reduce overall water usage in outdoor landscaping, promoting water conservation and resilience in anticipation of future water shortages due to increased demand and reduced supply.
https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=202320240AB1572

Plan and execute a turf replacement project to be finished before 2029.

Here’s how to help your HOA become compliant with AB1572 in CA:
  1. Start the Conversation – Inform your HOA board about AB1572 and its requirements.
  2. Contact Us for Guidance – We’re here to support you through each step, from applying for rebates to designing and completing the project to receive the rebate.
  3. Present to Your Board – If you need assistance making the case to your board, we can provide helpful information and materials to support your presentation.

We bring extensive experience in designing beautiful, native landscapes and assisting with installation. Our team is highly knowledgeable about the rebate process and handles the application from start to finish, making it easy for you. With over 100 successful projects and many satisfied customers, we are also proudly recognized by the statewide Save Our Water campaign for our commitment to water conservation and sustainable landscaping.

If you'd like to have installation services, we can recommend contractors, and work with the nursery to order the plants (plant costs and delivery billed separately), and provide consultation during the installation process.

Great Designs. Peace of Mind.

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Extensive Experience

Partner with us and benefit from our experience. We’ve designed numerous native gardens in Northern and Southern CA.

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Rebate Services

Need help applying for rebates? We will help you take advantage of all the design and conversion rebates available to your HOA.

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Stunning Design & Visuals

We can provide “after” visuals quickly to start the conversation and help you present the case to your board.

Your HOA Lawn-to-Garden Conversion Can Change the World

Monarch Habitat

The Western Monarch population is close to extinction due to...

  • Lack of native plants
  • Habitat loss
  • Pesticides and herbicides
Native Garden

Our native gardens are proven to attract monarchs to help...

  • Keep them alive and thriving
  • Improve biodiversity
  • Support pollination of many species
  • Keep the food web intact
  • Add beauty to our communities

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