Colorado Springs is considered a semi-arid, high-mountain desert whose climate acts and reacts differently than even our regional neighbors, but you can halt all visions of cacti and rock. With a little time and planning, and a helping hand from our water efficiency experts, you can create or convert a landscape that adds appeal and value to your home.

Visit one of our Water Wise gardens for ideas and information. Our garden at the Conservation & Environmental Center offers on-site expertise inside the center and is also home to our Water Wise Neighborhood, which showcases designs you can take home and implement yourself.

  1. Conservation & Environmental Center Water Wise Garden
    2855 Mesa Road
    Colorado Springs, CO 80904
  2. Cottonwood Creek Park Water Wise Garden
    3920 Dublin Blvd.,
    Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Resources are available inside garden lobbies, which are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. There’s no cost to visit and learn.