The decking is now slow-burning epay wood. When it does burn, it burns slowly, making it less likely to ignite the home. "Drought tolerant" Mediterranean plants were replaced with a mix of natives that better hold hydration and will not travel into nearby wild spaces. Readily visible here are Deer Grass, Purple Three Awn, and Cleveland Sage. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

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Inspiration for a contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard concrete paver walkway in Austin.

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Photo of a contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard landscaping in Austin.

Boulder incorporated into the pool and the planters surrounding it create pockets of soil for plants, making the water chase feel very natural.
Pool fountain - large craftsman backyard stone and custom-shaped natural pool fountain idea in Austin

Plant Info Ruellia humilis ‘Blue Shade’ Wild Petunia Ruellia humilis ‘Blue Shade’ is a native groundcover in areas of the Eastern US, including Texas. The foliage is a deep olive green color and the leaves are hairy. The growth habit is very compact only getting 1-2′ tall with a equal spread, in fact this Ruellia is often used as a groundcover in Central Texas. Wild Petunia will bloom from late Spring until Fall, the flowers are petunia-like and a lavender to lilac blue color. Ruellia humilis ‘Blue Shade’ prefers a well drained soil and should not be over watered. Hardiness Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Plant Use: Flowering PerennialGroundcover Exposure: Part Shade to Sun Water Requirements: Low to Medium Saratoga Gold Yaupon January 11, 2018 Back to Picks > (Ilex vomitoria) This beautiful yaupon reaches a height of 15-20′ tall and 8-10′ wide. Adorned with the most vibrant golden yellow berries, this tree provides a great food source for wildlife. Along with berries for the birds, it is also a great nectar plant for butterflies and bees when it blooms in the spring. Can be kept pruned as a shrub or trained a small tree. Drought tolerant. Enjoy Fragrant Blooms and Evergreen Leaves for Years to Come. Sweet olive trees (osmanthus fragrans) grow as evergreen shrubs or trees, with sweet-smelling blooms in the winter and spring months. They have a round shape, wide spread and are typically 10 to 12 feet high, but may reach heights of up to 25 feet.

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Design ideas for a contemporary drought-tolerant and shade courtyard stone walkway in Austin.

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Design ideas for a contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard stone walkway in Austin.

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Example of a backyard stone pool landscaping design in Austin

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This is an example of a contemporary drought-tolerant and partial sun courtyard lawn edging in Austin.

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Inspiration for a contemporary drought-tolerant and shade courtyard stone walkway in Austin.

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Inspiration for a contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard landscaping in Austin.

Photo by Brittany Dawn Short
Design ideas for a contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard landscaping in Austin.

Photo by Brittany Dawn Short
Photo of a contemporary drought-tolerant and shade courtyard landscaping in Austin.

Fifty-five shade and ornamental trees were planted throughout the property to diversify the woodland canopy and offset the risk of oak wilt disease. Mature bald cypress trees were planted along the creek in phase one of a riparian restoration plan.

This is an example of a mid-sized modern drought-tolerant and full sun backyard concrete paver landscaping in Dallas for summer.

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Photo of a contemporary drought-tolerant and full sun backyard landscaping in Austin.

Plant Info Ruellia humilis ‘Blue Shade’ Wild Petunia Ruellia humilis ‘Blue Shade’ is a native groundcover in areas of the Eastern US, including Texas. The foliage is a deep olive green color and the leaves are hairy. The growth habit is very compact only getting 1-2′ tall with a equal spread, in fact this Ruellia is often used as a groundcover in Central Texas. Wild Petunia will bloom from late Spring until Fall, the flowers are petunia-like and a lavender to lilac blue color. Ruellia humilis ‘Blue Shade’ prefers a well drained soil and should not be over watered. Hardiness Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Plant Use: Flowering PerennialGroundcover Exposure: Part Shade to Sun Water Requirements: Low to Medium Saratoga Gold Yaupon January 11, 2018 Back to Picks > (Ilex vomitoria) This beautiful yaupon reaches a height of 15-20′ tall and 8-10′ wide. Adorned with the most vibrant golden yellow berries, this tree provides a great food source for wildlife. Along with berries for the birds, it is also a great nectar plant for butterflies and bees when it blooms in the spring. Can be kept pruned as a shrub or trained a small tree. Drought tolerant. Enjoy Fragrant Blooms and Evergreen Leaves for Years to Come. Sweet olive trees (osmanthus fragrans) grow as evergreen shrubs or trees, with sweet-smelling blooms in the winter and spring months. They have a round shape, wide spread and are typically 10 to 12 feet high, but may reach heights of up to 25 feet.