Discover your Water Wise Garden Identity by answering eight questions about your gardening habits, then tally your results to reveal whether you’re an Eco Native Nurturer, Waterwise Aestheticist, Conservation Strategist, or Desert Modernist.
How it works:
Pick the answer that feels most like you. Tally your A’s, B’s, C’s, and D’s. Your dominant letter = your water wise garden identity.
1. When choosing plants for your yard, you usually…
A. Go straight for native species — they’re beautiful and low water.
B. Pick whatever looks dreamy and then adjust your watering habits.
C. Research drought tolerant varieties and compare water needs.
D. Choose sculptural, desert inspired plants that barely need water.
2. Your ideal irrigation setup is…
A. A simple soaker hose that keeps things calm and efficient.
B. A cute watering can and a relaxed evening watering ritual.
C. A smart irrigation system that adjusts based on weather.
D. No irrigation at all — your plants thrive on minimal moisture.
3. Your approach to lawn care is…
A. Shrink the lawn, expand the native plants.
B. Keep a small patch of grass but water it thoughtfully.
C. Replace sections with drought tolerant ground covers.
D. Ditch the lawn entirely for gravel, stone, and hardy plants.
4. When it rains, you…
A. Smile knowing your rain barrel is filling up.
B. Run outside to move your potted plants into the perfect spot.
C. Check your rain sensor irrigation settings.
D. Appreciate the free water, but your plants barely need it.
5. Your mulch philosophy is…
A. A thick, natural layer to keep moisture in and weeds out.
B. A decorative mulch that looks striking and helps a bit.
C. Mulch is essential — you track how much water it saves.
D. Gravel or stone mulch for maximum dryness and style.
6. Your dream outdoor space feels…
A. Peaceful, natural, and in harmony with the local ecosystem.
B. Romantic, colorful, and full of personality.
C. Organized, efficient, and designed for sustainability.
D. Modern, bold, and desert chic.
7. Your watering schedule is…
A. Early mornings, deeply and infrequently.
B. Whenever you remember — but you try to be mindful.
C. Precisely timed for maximum efficiency.
D. Rare — your carefully chosen plants barely need supplemental water.
8. Your biggest water saving flex is…
A. Creating a thriving habitat with minimal irrigation.
B. Finding creative ways to reuse water outdoors.
C. Optimizing every system for peak conservation.
D. Designing a landscape that practically waters itself.
🌱💦 RESULTS
Mostly A’s — The Eco Native Nurturer
You’re all about working with nature, not against it. Native plants, rain barrels, and smart watering habits are your love language. Your garden thrives with minimal effort because you’ve built an ecosystem that practically takes care of itself.
Mostly B’s — The Waterwise Aestheticist
You love beauty, color, and charm — but you’re committed to doing it responsibly. You find creative, stylish ways to save water without sacrificing the look you want. Your garden proves sustainability can be gorgeous.
Mostly C’s — The Conservation Strategist
You’re efficient, informed, and always perfecting. Smart irrigation? Check. Mulch everywhere? Check. Drought tolerant plant research? Absolutely. You’re the friend everyone asks for water saving advice.
Mostly D’s — The Desert Modernist
You’re sleek, bold, and unapologetically low water. You learned about xeriscaping and never looked back. Gravel paths, sculptural plants, and minimalist design define your space. Your garden is proof that water conservation can be effortlessly cool.
