Drought tolerant cottage garden

This drought-tolerant garden plan won't require as much watering as thirstier plants. Use this design to create a beautiful garden that will thrive even through dry spells.

Isn’t that the goal, to be completely low maintenance and look great while you’re at it? It’s no longer function, style, fashion, or trend. If we want to have beautiful blooming backyards, choosing tough, self-reliant

Water naturally runs down slopes, even small ones. Creeping thyme at the bottom of a gravel path helps prevent water loss in this garden. #landscaping #gardentips #bhg

Get inspired drought-tolerant xeriscape design ideas from this exclusive interview with landscape designer Tish Treherne, who walks us through this lush, meadow-inspired low-water landscape.

Stumped by that dry, hot area of the garden? This water-wise planting transforms that blank spot into something beautiful — and conserves water, too!

Still stinging from your last water bill? Good news! As promised in my last post on drought tolerant trees and shrubs, here is my report on those annuals and perennials that came through our crazy …

Gorgeous photos and drawings of our Mediterranean-inspired front yard landscape design, complete with a map of what specific plants are planted and where.

With the right planning, you can transform your garden outdoor space into a stunning, water-saving oasis that thrives with minimal upkeep—all without sacrificing curb appeal. Here is exactly how to design a garden that is drought-tolerant. If you’re a beginner, and have no idea to where to start our guide on how to design a drought-tolerant landscape is the perfect place to start. Drought-tolerant landscaping goes beyond saving water—it’s also low-maintenance, eco-friendly.

If you live in a dry region you can still plant shrubs in your yard. This is our list of the best drought tolerant shrubs to give you ideas what to add to your landscaping.

Whether you live in a dry climate or just want drought-tolerant plants you won't have to water too often, these low-water plants will save money and the planet. Even better: they'll pump up your home's curb appeal, too.

In my years as a landscape designer I’ve compiled a great list of super drought tolerant plants for the Central Texas landscape.

Drought Tolerant Landscape Design Ideas: Thirsty for a jaw-dropping landscape that won't guzzle all your water resources? Check out the top drought tolerant landscape design ideas. #rainscapes #rainbarrels #outdoorliving #landscapingideas #riverrock #peagravel #clovergroundcover #nowatergrass #droughtresistantplants #native plants

Temperatures are soaring and the rain cloud spigot is on hold except for spotty showers this week. Undaunted native Turk’s caps, including ‘Pam’s Pink’, continue courting fleeting hummingbirds in my East Austin garden. Colorado was a bit cooler when I visited in June for the Garden Bloggers Fli

Happy June 2013 Garden Blogger's Bloom Day! And a tip of the trowel to Carol at May Dreams Gardens for hosting! *** I have to say th...

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Discover 12 Mediterranean plants that make great sun-loving, easy-care choices for landscaping. Plus get tips for growing Mediterranean plants in your own garden.