A patio made with concrete squares. A patio for a tiny yard. I love how it still has some grass, but it is very landscaped.
Category Archives: Landscaping
Backyard Splash Pad
Backyard splash pad! No up keep. Small footprint. Cheaper than a pool. Safer than a pool. Awesome.
Stepping Stones
I like the stepping stones going from the patio to the firepit area. Cute idea!
Deck Border
Love this! The deck itself has an interesting shape, plus the rock bed border.
A border like this can serve multiple purposes and bring a touch of personality to your landscape. It adds visual interest, can define areas in your yard, and helps with weed control, plus adding a personal touch that makes your space truly yours.
You can get creative with different rock sizes, colors, and textures, and watch your space come to life with a charming and low-maintenance touch.
Glow In The Dark Pathway
Might be cool for the backyard….GENIUS…Line a pathway with rocks painted in glow in the dark paint. During the day they “charge” in the sun and in the evening they reflect the stored light. Rust-Oleum Glow in the Dark Brush-on Paint.
You can also buy glow-in-dark stones and pebbles that are already infused with the glow. They soak up the light during the day, and glow at night. Like solar-powered stones.
Get Rid Of That Ugly Concrete Wall
One thing that I have never liked is the part of the foundation that shows above the ground. I mean you can paint it, but the paint peels. This is a stone veneer, plus a frame around the window. It would be kind of expensive, but it looks great and would be very durable.
Pondless Backyard Fountain – Backyard Landscaping
No sign of a pond with this backyard fountain. The water recirculates from inside the container. Great looking addition to the patio rock garden!
Xeriscapes – Waterwise Landscapes
A Xeriscaped yard or garden is designed to require little supplemental irrigation once it is established, while continuing to look attractive year-round. It requires about half the amount of time compared to a conventional landscape to maintain it. Xeriscaping is appropriate for a range of site conditions and uses, from residential yards to large-scale commercial developments, golf courses, schools…
A good start to xeriscape is using plants that are suited for your climate zone. Being knowledgeable about the types of plants that require less water will help you design a xeriscape that will be very efficient.
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The goal of xeriscaping is to reduce the amount of water used by your landscape, without requiring a drastic change from what you already have in place. This can be done in phases as plants grow old or die out and new ones are added. Even if you install a Xeriscape in your backyard, you can still continue to water the plants that need it. You can save a lot of time and money when watering by hand or with drip irrigation systems instead of automatic sprinklers.
Xeriscapes are proven to save 30%-50% of water than conventional landscapes. In addition, xeriscaping is pesticide-free, reducing the risk of exposure to children and pets – and it makes sense too when it comes to your overall health.
A xeriscape also provides a more diverse habitat for wildlife. Birds will come to your yard because they know that there are insects that have found refuge in the plants, and snakes and lizards will find some relief from the intense heat of a desert.
Other tips for saving water during the summer months include: 1) Planting drought-tolerant or native trees and shrubs that need less maintenance, 2) Using mulches in your garden beds to hold moisture, 3) Adjust sprinkler systems to water deeply and less frequently (no more than 1/2 inch of water per week), 4) Avoid watering your lawn, 5) Using drip or hand irrigation instead of sprinklers.
A properly designed and maintained Xeriscape can be: 1) Beautiful year round 2) Educational for children 3) Easy to maintain 4) Attractive to wildlife. Now you have some knowledge on what a xeriscaped landscape is and you can begin planning your own.
Creeping Thyme (thymus) in pathway stone pavers in drought tolerant California xeriscape garden with oak trees.
Low Water Landscaping
A lovely and turf-less front yard. I want my front yard to have NO grass. This yard does not need to be mowed. Ground cover plants, and stone walkways also need little water. Great for ease of care!
River of Flowers
A “river” of flowers. Beautiful!
The blue flowers seems to form a river as they wind between the trees. Bordered by other colorful flowers, it makes for quite the sight.
White, pink and blue flowers resembling a river surrounded by trees.
