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How Plants Conserve Water
How Plants Conserve Water. Plants, like all life, need water to survive. During drought or in climates where water is not readily available, plants have a natural coping mechanism. People can also protect their yards by following some easy, water conservation landscaping techniques.
Plants, like all life, need water to survive. During drought or in climates where water is not readily available, plants have a natural coping mechanism. People can also protect their yards by following some easy, water conservation landscaping techniques.
Deciduous Trees
Deciduous trees, which drop their leaves every year, cope with drought by closing down the stomata in leaves. During extensive droughts, trees may drop leaves early and enter a dormant state to stay alive.
Grasses and other Plants
Grasses and other plants can enter a semi-dormant state to conserve water. Grasses often turn brown during the summer, allowing them to use less water and stay alive.
Evergreens
Evergreens are more naturally drought-resistant than other plants. Needle-like leaves lose less water than deciduous leaves, making them naturally adapted to water conservation.
Native Plants
People concerned about water conservation should landscape their yards with plants native to the area. Native plants are naturally able to cope with the climate and are more prepared to conserve water when needed.
Mulch and Rock
Using mulch and rocks in plant beds also helps plants conserve water. The soil under rocks and mulch stays moist, providing water during droughts.
