The document discusses water-saving landscaping strategies for intermountain regions, which face challenges like temperature extremes, winds, and poor soil quality. It recommends using windbreaks, xeriscaping with native drought-resistant plants, soil amendment, and drip irrigation to conserve water. Specific solutions covered include using fences, trees or hedges as windbreaks; planting native species suited to the temperature range without additional watering needs; and adding organic material to prevent 10 tons per acre of soil loss to erosion each year.