landcaping ideas & gardener recommendations

[Ann Nguyen]

Hi BP-ers,

I have a 4 unit apartment in the San Jose area that has 3 lawns. I am tired of the maintenance of it and the constant sprinkler issues to repair, not to mention the water bill in our drought afficted area. I'd liket to take the lawn out and put something that's requires less maintenance and water.

I am unimaginative so I'd love to get some ideas from landlords out there and names of some gardeners in the area who can do the work.

Thanks,

Ann

[Chris Mason]

Drive around the neighborhood on a weekday at 10 AM. You will see gardening crews out there that will add you to their "route." The ones already doing a bunch of routine work in the neighborhood will charge you less than someone driving 45m out of their way just for your property. Don't overthink this one. :)