Native shrubs replace waterlogged lawn in this naturalistic landscape for a transitional home. Photo Calafia Design
This is an example of a large transitional full sun front yard gravel landscaping in Chicago.

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Native perennial planting.

A mix of native and non-native perennials, including Allium 'Summer Beauty', Baptisia australis, Nepeta 'Walker's Low', and Eupatorium 'Baby Joe'.
Photo of a rustic full sun side yard landscaping in New York.

A classic New England antique home elevated by the gardens that surround it. A mix of native plants and easy-care perennials frame every nook and cranny of this stunning property.

This is an example of a small farmhouse full sun backyard gravel formal garden in Bridgeport for summer.

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Photo of a large farmhouse full sun side yard gravel driveway in DC Metro for summer.

Inspiration for a drought-tolerant and full sun hillside landscaping in Dallas.

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Inspiration for a large rustic drought-tolerant and partial sun hillside mulch water fountain landscape in DC Metro for spring.

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Photo of a large rustic full sun front yard brick formal garden in DC Metro for summer.

Stunning perennial combination! Native Coneflower, Blazing Star and Sneezeweed. Non-native (but still visited by pollinators!) Russian Sage and Allium bulbs.

A collection of native and adapted plants dress up an area along a pathway.
Photo of a large transitional drought-tolerant and partial sun side yard stone landscaping in Austin.

New gravel swale abuts low-maintenance plantings at the front of this transitional home. Dense thickets of invasive buckthorn were replaced by low-maintenance groundcovers, perennials and grasses, as well as native understory trees and shrubs. Photo Calafia Design Hardscape installed by Krugel Cobbles

Old lawn was transformed into a drought-resistant garden offering ever-changing colors and textures. Turf removal rebate from the local water agency helped offset the cost. A new stucco wall with iron gates were built to create an enclosed porch/courtyard to give homeowners a much-needed buffer between their home and the hustle and bustle of a big city . Recycled bricks grace the new wide walkway and enclosed porch. Photo: April Rocha Photography

Large masses of native and hardy perennials
Design ideas for a huge contemporary side yard landscaping in Burlington.

Succulents, including Paddle Plants and Pork and Beans, mix well with sun-loving California native foliage.
Design ideas for a small mediterranean drought-tolerant and shade front yard gravel flower bed in Los Angeles for spring.

Design: Debby Ruskin, Ruskin Gardens Co. Photo: Hoi Ning Wong © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in San Francisco.