On Sun, 19 Aug 2007 18:00:37 -0000, Torrey Hills
wrote:

Here in San Diego, water is getting more and more expensive. I am
thinking about installing artificial grass with a few drought
resistant plants. Long term how durable is the artificial grass? Will
it always stay green?

Ken

PLEASE don't put in artificial grass!

Yes, the water situation is terrible here in So. Calif, and will get
worse.

But it's much better, aesthetically and environmentally, to install a
xeriscapic (water-saving) landscape. Here in Santa Monica, the
City actively encourages going down that road, and offers
advice and demos.

Check with your local government. I bet you will find advice
and assistance in designing a xeriscapic landscape that
you will be proud of -- and set a good example for the neighbors..

Persephone