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This front garden echoes the classic lines and Mediterranean feel of the home’s architecture. A thirsty lawn was replaced with vibrant aloes, agaves, and low water shrubs. An area of decomposed granite doubles as an informal play court. Photo by Daniel Bosler

Decomposed Granite Ping Pong Court provides water wise backyard play space with even more fun. Pavers planted with Dymondia grass gives natural feel to contemporary backyard patio fire pit area. Photo by Katrina Coombs

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Decomposed granite – This paving material is popular for use as an informal path and is relatively easy to install and maintain. The benefits of decomposed granite include low installation cost, “soft” appearance and good porosity that allow water to penetrate through to the soil below. This is especially important when paving near older native trees such as oaks. https://southwestboulder.com/blog/how-to-install-a-decomposed-granite-pathway

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Succulents, grasses and low-water shrubs with vivid foliage give this coastal garden a rich, textured look with minimal maintenance. Photos by Daniel Bosler

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Designed with Bay-Friendly landscaping principles to maximize ecological benefits to the environment.
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Small decomposed granite patio with a border of flagstone interplanted with creeping thyme. A mix of low water plants with varying textures and colors enclose the small patio.

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Stabilized DG patio area. Large river rock help support slope and drought tolerant plantings. Photograph by Emma Almendarez
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A plain rectangular-shaped back yard in Fairfax, CA was transformed by including curvaceous pathway of decomposed granite (DG) patios and garden beds. The plant palette includes a variety of colorful drought-tolerant plants that offer both flower and leaf colors and textures throughout every season. Photo and Design ©Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

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A flagstone & decomposed granite (DG) walkway bordered by different size & colors of rock.The long walkway winds through drought-tolerant beds with a small boulder, DG, palms and drought tolerant plants.

Decomposed granite patio/flex space defined with custom steel edging. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/

Lawn replaced with decomposed granite and colorful low water plants. This plain rectangular-shaped back yard with a tired lawn in Fairfax, CA was transformed by including curvaceous pathway, patios and garden beds. The plant palette includes a variety of colorful drought-tolerant plants that offer both flower and leaf colors and textures throughout every season. Photo and Design ©Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design