The document discusses strategies for water-saving landscaping. It notes challenges like hot/cold temperatures, short growing seasons, drying winds, and poor soil. It recommends using windbreaks, xeriscaping, soil amendments, and native plants. Specific strategies include planting arrangements that conserve water, using drip irrigation instead of sprinklers, and choosing plants that tolerate drought and require little watering once established. The overall goal is to create sustainable landscapes that use water efficiently and support the local ecosystem.