06/30/2022
Drought-Tolerant Plants & Creative Tips for a Less-Thirsty Yard! π¦
No-water and low-water ideas for a drought-friendly yard. π‘π±
Drought happens everywhere, not just in arid climates. So, how do you get to have a beautiful, lush, low-maintenance yard that doesn't need watering when the temps approach triple digits with no rain in sight? π€
Take a cue from homeowners in those arid climates. They know how to survive heat waves. And they're experts on drought-resistant plants. You'd be surprised how well some of those low-water plants work in less dry conditions. Here's how to have a yard you need to water less.π
PLANT HARDY, DROUGHT-TOLERANT PLANTS!
Cacti and succulents β the camels of the plant world β are synonymous with Southwest gardening but turn out to be pretty hardy elsewhere as well. They can add color, flowers, and texture to lawns while being super drought-friendly.π΅π₯
πΌ Seek Native Plants
πΌ Add Some Hardscaping
πΌ Try the Newest Generation of Fake Grass
πΌ Replace Plants With (Surprise!) a Water Feature