How to practice Xeriscaping [Visual]

Are you looking for a yard feature that is both beautiful and impressive but also low-maintenance? A rock garden is just that, and it might be the perfect option for you.

Xeriscaping is a landscaping practice that can reduce water waste by 75% with low-water plants and efficient irrigation.

Integrating features of the landscape into your garden creates a natural, earthy look. A rock garden, or rockery, can serve as a lawn alternative to cut down on water usage or it can simply enhance an area where nothing will grow.

Because rock gardens typically require less water than turfgrass or other garden choices, they are excellent for conserving water. Read on for several related landscaping choices to save water in your yard.