Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone landscaping in Denver with a fire pit for summer.

Urban Meadow

The Ardent Gardener Landscape Design

A boring front lawn transformed into an explosion of color with drought tolerant perennials and grasses and an Idaho Fescue lawn. Warm, welcoming entry in this Urban garden.

Pollinator Garden and Green Roof

K. Dakin Design Inc.

This residential green roof and ground level garden was designed with the client’s specific lifestyle in mind. The client had long dreamed of being able to look out her bedroom window into a life-filled rooftop scene with flowering native plants and grasses frequented by local birds, butterflies and bees. A biodiverse, native plant filled ground level garden was also a high priority. K. Dakin Design made this dream a reality, selecting climate adapted plantings that would appeal to these wildlife visitors, benefitting the homeowner, the regional ecosystem and the pollinators themselves.

The Prairie At Post Estate

CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.

This Caviness project for a modern farmhouse design in a community-based neighborhood called The Prairie At Post in Oklahoma. This complete outdoor design includes a large swimming pool with waterfalls, an underground slide, stream bed, glass tiled spa and sun shelf, native Oklahoma flagstone for patios, pathways and hand-cut stone retaining walls, lush mature landscaping and landscape lighting, a prairie grass embedded pathway design, embedded trampoline, all which overlook the farm pond and Oklahoma sky. This project was designed and installed by Caviness Landscape Design, Inc., a small locally-owned family boutique landscape design firm located in Arcadia, Oklahoma. We handle most all aspects of the design and construction in-house to control the quality and integrity of each project. Film by Affordable Aerial Photo & Video

Tiny But Tranquil: A Re-Imagined Urban Small Space

Garden of Ease Landscaping & Design

Small and tranquil, this urban space makes use of the limited area to create a spa-like flow.
Photo of a small asian drought-tolerant and partial sun side yard stone pond in San Francisco.

Winding Fence Way

Promise Path Landscaping Inc

Bocce Ball court with decomposed granite
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone garden path in San Diego for spring.

Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Night view with low voltage pathway and garden lighting enhance the beauty of this expansive back yard landscape remodel that has been transformed into a relaxing outdoor retreat. The remodel includes a wraparound deck, an expansive travertine natural stone patio, stairways and pathways along with concrete retaining walls and column accents with dramatic planters. The pathways meander throughout the landscape... some with travertine stepping stones and gravel and those below the majestic oaks left natural with fallen leaves. Raised vegetable beds and fruit trees occupy some of the sunniest areas of the landscape. A variety of low-water and low-maintenance plants for both sunny and shady areas include several succulents, grasses, CA natives and other site-appropriate Mediterranean plants complimented by a variety of boulders. Dramatic white pots provide architectural accents, filled with succulents and citrus trees. Design, Photos, Drawings © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Rosemary Beach

Alan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape Architect

The stunning white walls of this Rosemary Beach house contrast with the Mediterranean Blue tiles of the pool. The five scuppers pour a stream of sound into the small pool courtyard, providing an oasis in this busy neighborhood. The compact, native landscape provides year-round color and interest. Photographed by: Alan D. Holt

Summit House

Spears Horn Architects

Entrance walk edged with pineleaf penstemon and daylily. Spears Horn Architects
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun front yard stone garden path in Albuquerque for summer.

Petaluma Master Edition

FDC Design Build

Inspiration for a small contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone vegetable garden landscape in San Francisco for summer.

Sereno Canyon Mayne Model

Creative Environments

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Front Yard Landscape

Stephanie D Poole

The meandering flagstone pathway leads visitors from the sidewalk or driveway to the front door around a rain chain downspout.
Inspiration for a small coastal drought-tolerant and full sun front yard stone garden path in Santa Barbara.

Seneca Residence

Verdance Landscape Architecture

A stepping stone path meanders through drought-tolerant plantings including Dymondia, Rosemary 'Barbeque', and Euryops. The owner's favorite roses are integrated with Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' and variegated Tulbaghia 'Silver Lace' to provide color and contrast. Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan.

Mimosa 'Hot Chocolate'

Pistils Landscape Design + Build

Mimosa 'hot chocolate' has beautifully bright green new grown to contrast with deep purple mature leaves.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean drought-tolerant and partial sun backyard stone landscaping in Portland.

Backyard landscape contruction design

Arizona Living Landscape and Design

Photo of a large drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone landscaping in Phoenix.

Contemporary Garden Grove

CaliScape Landscape Services

This homeowner was looking for a sophisticated yet functional outdoor space. We sought to keep the space organic but also clean and contemporary. The faux concrete containers give the space edge while the succulents and drought tolerant foliage add a natural feel. The homeowners also wanted to make sure their outdoor design incorporated drought-resistant features. We forwent grass for a cleaner natural stone patio throughout the entire yard making it a perfect space to host outdoor dinner parties in the summer!

Drainage

Taos Landscaping

Photo of a southwestern drought-tolerant and full sun stone landscaping in Albuquerque for summer.

Pasadena Artist Home

Minanda Landscape Design

Rainwater harvesting, low water plants and lots of style!
Design ideas for a small mediterranean drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone landscaping in Los Angeles.

Waterwise Succulent Garden

Studio Landscape

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary drought-tolerant and partial sun stone landscaping in Los Angeles.

Existing Projects

UtopicGardens

Angela & Ash Hakimi
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone landscaping in San Francisco for summer.

Drought-Tolerant Stone Landscaping Ideas

Whether it's a manicured front lawn, stone-paved pathway or intricate landscape design, Drought-Tolerant Stone landscapes benefit from the same attention to detail that the interior of your home does. Well-executed landscaping ideas can upgrade your home's entire aesthetic, and the right plants, flowers and shrubbery can greatly enhance your curb appeal by adding color, texture and even fragrance to your yard. Before starting on your new landscape design, survey your area and make some notes; you cannot concretely consider certain Drought-Tolerant Stone landscapes decorating ideas unless you identify what kind of climate you are living in, how much you are willing to spend and how much space you have to work with. Additionally, as you browse several landscape ideas and landscape pictures and make notes about the designs and landscapes that really jump out at you, keep in mind what level of ongoing maintenance is actually feasible. If you love working with plants, a large rose or vegetable garden is the perfect use of land; if you live in a hot or dry area, consider drought-tolerant landscape ideas. If you have younger kids, consider what they would enjoy as well, such as a large grassy area or a playground, swing set or pool. Think about what your family would use the most, as well as what would help boost your resale value in the long run. Lastly, when it comes to Drought-Tolerant Stone landscapes, be sure to consider different front and backyard ideas, as they are separate entities that serve two very different purposes.

What plants should I add to my Drought-Tolerant Stone landscape?

When browsing landscape photos, think about curb appeal above all else; Drought-Tolerant Stone landscape designs are your chance to make a great first impression. A flower garden is a great option, but if ongoing care is a concern, you can simplify the process by opting for low-maintenance succulents, bushes or hedges instead. If you don't have a green thumb, consider simple and easy-to-implement landscape design ideas, such as grass, gravel pathways, water features, statues, wood fences or stone walls.

What features should I have in my Drought-Tolerant Stone garden or backyard?

While landscapes are seen as a primarily aesthetic component, there are additions you can incorporate in your Drought-Tolerant Stone landscape design to make it as functional as possible. The garden can be designed for entertaining and playtime with seating, dining areas, play spaces and sunny relaxation spots. A vegetable or flower garden is a common yard staple, especially if you add an interesting element like a pergola, arbor, walkway or fence. If you’re looking for lively landscape decorating ideas, consider adding fun accessories like bird baths and feeders. For the ultimate party house, incorporate a pool and patio, or consider a deck with a fire pit, outdoor fireplace, barbecue and/or outdoor kitchen. If you're an active, sports-loving family, add a basketball or volleyball court, or set up a bocce ball or croquet area. And don't forget about furniture! A bench in a garden makes a great reading or meditation spot, while a weatherproof chaise lounge, sofa and chair are nice for soaking up those sunny days. Browse more popular ideas on Houzz