Tommys Landscape - Camarillo's Local Landscaping Services

The best first step is a professional soil assessment and core aeration. Our local clay soil compacts easily, preventing water and nutrients from reaching the roots. We use deep-core aeration to pull out plugs of soil, creating channels for air, water, and fertilizer to penetrate. This immediately relieves compaction and is the foundation for treating drought stress, as it allows any water you do apply to be used effectively by the grass.

For lasting water savings, we recommend a two-pronged approach: optimizing your existing lawn and incorporating drought-tolerant alternatives. We can start with an irrigation audit to eliminate waste, then apply wetting agents and adjust mowing heights to improve your lawn's drought resilience. For significant reduction, we specialize in converting thirsty grass areas to beautiful, low-water landscapes using native plants, decorative gravel, and efficient drip irrigation systems perfectly suited for our area.

Absolutely. The key is building healthy soil, which reduces water needs. Beyond aeration, we focus on top-dressing with compost to improve soil structure and water retention, using slow-release fertilizers that encourage deep roots, and implementing proper mowing practices. Healthier soil with strong grassroots acts like a sponge, holding moisture longer and making your lawn more drought-tolerant naturally, which is essential for sustainable landscaping in Camarillo.