6.6 PERENNIALS, GROUND COVERS AND ORNAMENTAL GRASSES
Due to the large quantity, variety and changing availability of these plants, please consult your local nursery (preferably a C.N.A. member). Height, color, texture, moisture, light requirement and heartiness need to be considered when specifying these plants.
 
Perennial plants are not recommended to be planted within 10 feet of any foundation, curb, road, walkway or other site structure that may be damaged by their vigorous, shallow root system. Additional City of Colorado Springs restrictions may apply.
 
Future size of all evergreen trees must be considered when determining location for planting. They are not recommended within 8 feet of any roadway, walkway or entrance, where their mature size may obstruct passage or view. Evergreen trees shall not be placed within roadway site triangles. Evergreens trees should not be located where their shadow may cause icing on paved surfaces.
 
These plants have numerous species, varieties and/or cultivars. Consult a local nursery for current availability and proper selection.

6.7  XERISCAPE PLANTING
As a way to encourage the use of plants that do well in our region with limited water, the Garden Centers of Colorado have developed a three level "X-rated" system as shown below.
 
  X = thrives in slightly dry conditions with moderate water
  XX = thrives in dry conditions with low water
  XXX = thrives in dry conditions with very little water

​It is not recommended that these plants be planted within 10 feet of any foundation, curb, road, walkway or other site structure that may be damaged by their vigorous/shallow root system. Additional City of Colorado Springs restrictions may apply.
 
Evergreen trees are not recommended next to roadways, sidewalks or entrances where their mature size may obstruct passage or view. Evergreen trees may not be placed within roadway site triangles. Evergreen trees shall not be located where their shadow may cause icing on paved surfaces.
 
These plants have numerous species, varieties and/or cultivars. Consult a local nursery for current availability and proper selection.