Will Xeriscaping save your yard in a heatwave? What you need to know.

If you live in an area where droughts are common, or if you're looking to reduce your landscape's watering needs, consider turning to xeriscaping. In its simplest form, this garden system is focused ...

Low-water landscaping doesn’t mean a yard full of rocks—here’s what it actually looks like. Here, we present expert-approved steps for xeriscaping, tips for plant selection, and mistakes to avoid as ...

Mention the term xeriscaping plants and most people will think of a typical dry garden, planted only with cacti and more about textures than color and seasonal interest. However, this is a popular ...

It’s high season for landscapers, lawn care and backyard parties, and already, just a couple weeks into summer, many homeowners across the country are wondering, “Is my lawnmower going to make it ...

David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

If your lawn struggles in the heat, xeriscaping may be your ticket to a healthier, more beautiful yard. Close your eyes and envision the ideal, manicured lawn. Do you see a sprawling expanse of ...

What’s not to admire about the xeriscaping and native plantings dotting front and backyards across the U.S.? For those still mowing swaths of lawn, xeriscaping is a trend that swaps thirsty grass and ...

Landscape irrigation accounts for roughly one-third of all residential water use in the United States, and according to the EPA, about half of that water is wasted through runoff, evaporation, or ...

In movies, books and other media, the image of the American dream often included a lush green lawn. But, those lawns often need a good deal of water and upkeep — and climate change-induced heat waves ...

Xeriscaping can be your path to a visually appealing garden, even if you're in an arid environment. Some Texas weather conditions can make it difficult to find plants to grow in outdoor landscaping.