
Xeriscape Fall Maintenance Checklist (2026)
Prepare Your Water-Wise Landscape
Fall tasks ensure xeriscape gardens survive winter and thrive in spring.
Irrigation Winterization
Drain drip lines before freeze. Trapped water cracks emitters.
Mulch Refresh
Top up gravel mulch to 2-3 inches. Insulates roots.
Pruning
- Cut back perennials after frost
- Leave grasses for winter interest
- Prune shrubs in late fall
Weed Control
Remove winter annuals before seed set.









