University of Nevada Las Vegas
Tier2-1: Native Plants

When designing new landscapes and re-designing existing landscapes, an emphasis is placed on using native and adapted plant species. Plants such as Mesquites, Cassias, cactus and agave species use less water, require less maintenance and fertilizer and are generally better adapted to our environment than introduced species. The Donald H. Baepler Xeric Garden, located at the entrance to the Marjorie Barrick Museum, demonstrates how drought-tolerant plants and an efficient irrigation system combine to save water and create an attractive landscape. It was the first large-scale demonstration garden of its kind in the Las Vegas Valley. Visit the following websites for more information: http://facilities.unlv.edu/landscape/xeric.html http://barrickmuseum.unlv.edu/xeric/index.html