Xeriscape Gardens
Perhaps you are new to xeriscape garden design or need help with choosing plants for xeriscape gardens. Either way you’ve come to the right place. Our xeriscape gardening info is packed with tips and information for designing and maintaining xeriscape landscapes. Learn how to design xeriscape gardens and which plants work well in them. There are many xeriscape garden design options available to the home gardener that will fit nearly any landscape setting. So keep reading to learn more.
Xeriscape Gardens
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Shrubs For Arid Conditions: Learn About Drought Resistant Shrubs For Landscapes
One of the best ways a gardener can cut down water usage is to replace thirsty bushes and hedges with drought resistant shrubs. You can find lots of species to choose from, and the info in this article will help. Click here to learn more.
By Teo Spengler
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Drought Tolerant Ornamental Grasses: Is There An Ornamental Grass That Resists Drought
Ornamental grasses are often considered to be drought tolerant, but some of the warm-season grasses are better suited to the dry conditions and certain regions. There are several that will perform well and this article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Drought Tolerant Herbs: How To Grow Drought Hardy Herbs
Many gardeners are looking for solutions to minimize water usage by seeking out plants that thrive with less irrigation. Growing a drought tolerant herb garden is ideal. How to grow drought hardy herbs and which culinary herbs resist drought? Read here to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Drought Resistant Vegetables: Growing Drought Tolerant Vegetables In Gardens
What types of drought tolerant vegetables work best in a low water garden and what are some other tips for growing low water vegetables? Click on this article to find out and get suggestions for growing low water crops.
By Amy Grant
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Xeriscape Solutions For Common Landscape Problems
There are plenty of problems that can tarnish the beauty of your yard, and almost every landscape has at least one. So what is the best solution to handling them? Read this article to find out.
By Nikki Tilley
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Aromatic Desert Flowers: Fragrant Plants For Desert Regions
The desert can be a challenging area for gardeners, especially those looking to have a good smelling garden. However, it may not be as difficult as you think. There are several plants to choose from. For some fragrant plant ideas for your desert garden site, click here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Low Water Perennials: Choosing Perennials For Hot, Dry Climates
Drought tolerant perennials can get by with little water other than what Mother Nature provides and many are native plants. Learn about them here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Raised Bed Gardening – Using Raised Beds For Hot Regions
Dry, arid climates face a variety of growing challenges. This article will point out some benefits and deficits of raised bed gardening in arid regions.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Xeriscaping Ideas For A More Water-Efficient Garden
Xeriscape gardening is a good way to cut down on water usage while still having a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape. Read this article for tips on creating a water-efficient garden.
By Nikki Tilley
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Cottage Garden Xeriscaping: Learn About Cottage Gardening In The South
Achieving a xeriscape cottage garden may not be as difficult as you think. Many heat tolerant cottage garden plants require little to no additional irrigation – the hallmark of xeriscaping. Learn more about these plants in this article.
By Susan Albert
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Popular Desert Wildflowers – Tips On Growing Wildflowers In The Desert
Native, desert-dwelling wildflowers are hardy plants that have adapted to arid climates and extreme temperatures. If you can provide all that these wildflowers require, there's no reason you can't grow them in your garden. Click here for more information.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Xeriscape Shade Plants - Plants For Dry Shade
When creating a garden, sometimes you don't have enough sunny space, but you may be surprised to discover the variety of xeriscape shade plants that are available. Read here to learn more.
By Heather Rhoades
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Xeriscaping Tips For Container Gardens
If you're looking for a great way to conserve water in the garden, then xeriscaping with containers may be the answer you've been looking for. This article will help get you started.
By Nikki Tilley
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Xeriscape Design Ideas
The xeriscape planning and design process should not only organize landscape ideas but also identify the specific needs of the plants the gardener wants to use. This article will help.
By Nikki Tilley
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The Truth About Xeriscaping: Common Misconceptions Exposed
Generally, when people say xeriscaping, the image of stones and arid environments comes to mind. There are numerous myths associated with xeriscaping. Learn what they are here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Xeriscape Flowers: Drought Tolerant Flowers For The Garden
Just because you garden in an area that has little rainfall does not mean that you are restricted to growing limited plants. You can use xeriscape flowers from this article in your garden.
By Heather Rhoades
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What Is Xeriscaping: A Beginner's Lesson In Xeriscaped Landscapes
Bright green, water intensive gardens are fine for many gardeners but what if you live in a climate that sees very little in the way of rainfall? Xeriscaping may be the answer. Learn more here.
By Heather Rhoades