Colorado
Native plants in Highlands Ranch
132 plants native to this area with Sow catalog pages.
15 of them need no watering beyond Highlands Ranch’s own rainfall
Yard rebates in Highlands Ranch
2 programs from the city, the county or local utilities pay residents for yard projects, plus 2 statewide. 1 ask for a plan or plant list before they approve a project.
- Seasonal
Resource Central Slow the Flow Sprinkler Evaluation and Smart Controller
Resource Central
Free evaluation (about 75 minutes); smart controller or rain sensor install at little to no cost
- SeasonalPlan required
Douglas County Wildfire Mitigation Cost-Share
Douglas County Government
50% match up to $25,000 per homeowner; community projects up to $50,000; community chipping up to $7,500
Up to $25,000 per household
- Open
Colorado Wildfire Mitigation Measures Income Tax Credit
Colorado Department of Revenue (with Colorado State Forest Service standards)
Tax year 2026: 100% of qualifying out-of-pocket cost, up to $1,000 per year (2025 same; 2023-2024 was 25% up to $625). Nonrefundable, no carryforward.
Up to $1,000 per household
Showing 132 plants
Trees18
Canopy and structure
Shrubs28
Backbone planting
Grasses19
Movement and texture
Perennials74
Seasonal colour
Vines2
Verticals and screens
Ferns3
Shade and damp
Succulents1
Dry and architectural
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