Planting drought resistant plants will not only help your curb appeal, but they require less water, saving you time and energy. According to the laws of science, heat rises and cool air sinks. This means that air temperatures directly under trees can be as much as 25°F or 14°C cooler than air temperatures above nearby blacktop.

The United States Department of Energy suggests that shading your air conditioner can increase your home's energy efficiency by as much as 10%.

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