What Homeowners Wish They Had Known Before Starting an Outdoor Project
Starting an outdoor project is exciting. Ideas begin to take shape, inspiration starts flowing, and it’s easy to focus on the finished result. Most homeowners naturally picture how beautiful the completed space will look. What many don’t realize is that some of the most important decisions happen long before construction ever begins. At Native Texas […]
Why Covered Patios Are One of the Most Used Features in a Texas Backyard
Texas homeowners love spending time outdoors—until the weather reminds them who’s in charge. One day it’s 95 degrees and sunny. The next, a surprise rainstorm rolls through. That’s why covered patios continue to be one of the most valuable additions homeowners make to their outdoor spaces. At Native Texas Landscape, we’ve seen how a covered […]
Why Water Features Often Become the Most Memorable Part of a Landscape
When homeowners think about improving their outdoor spaces, they often focus on patios, seating areas, or structures. While those elements are important, there’s another feature that has a unique ability to transform an entire landscape: water. At Native Texas Landscape, we’ve seen how a well-designed water feature can completely change the character of an outdoor […]
Adding outdoor living spaces? Make room for pollinators, too!
Notes from a Texas Master Naturalist about native plants and why they matter to wildlife. Considering adding to your outdoor living spaces means choosing amenities for usefulness as well as comfort. One example: Adding a spacious lounging area beneath a beautiful pergola can be a way to increase enjoyable visits from our gorgeous pollinators – […]
Plants of the Month
Tree of the month: Chisos Oak (Quercus Graciliformis) Commonly known as the graceful oak or slender oak, is a rare semi-evergreen tree native to the high elevations of the Chisos Mountains in far West Texas. Its natural distribution is extremely limited, occurring primarily in canyons such as Blue Creek Canyon and around Ward Spring. The […]
