#droughtfriendly

[hilltopmasonryandlandscaping]

Confessions of a Serial Plant Murderer

Opening: My sunflowers grew exactly 14 inches this year before the deer treated them like a salad bar. Again.

The Problem: I want that “wild but intentional” garden vibe everyone has on Instagram. Reality? My yard looks like a botanical crime scene by August. Between the clay soil, thirsty roots, and Bambi’s midnight snacks, I’m basically running a plant hospice.

The Discovery: Hilltop’s Landscaping Services page had a section on deer-resistant natives that made me rethink everything. Apparently lavender is basically deer repellent? And there’s a fern called ‘Ghost’ that sounds like it belongs in a fairy tale.

Takeaways:

My dream of peonies might be dead (literally)

I could replace my sad lawn with creeping thyme

Professional designers think about things like “bloom succession” (mind blown)

Closing: Maybe the secret isn’t fighting nature, but working with it. Or at least planting things that don’t taste delicious.

[foxlandscapingllc]

Lately, I’ve Been Obsessed With Turning My Yard Into a Low-Maintenance Oasis

I love a lush green lawn, but between Ohio’s unpredictable summers and my chaotic schedule, keeping up with watering, weeding, and mowing feels impossible. This year, I’m done fighting nature—I want a yard that thrives without constant babysitting.

The Problem: My backyard is a mix of patchy grass, stubborn weeds, and a sad little flowerbed that only looks alive for two weeks in May. I’ve tried DIY fixes, but it’s either a swamp after rain or a dust bowl by August.

The Discovery: While researching drought-resistant plants, I stumbled on Fox Landscaping’s Landscaping Services page. They specialize in designs that work with Ohio’s climate—native plants, smart irrigation, and mulch that actually stays put. The before-and-afters sold me—turns out, "low-maintenance" doesn’t have to mean "rock garden wasteland."

Takeaways:

Native plants = less work. Things like coneflowers and sedum don’t need coddling.

Mulch is magic. Keeps weeds down and helps the soil hold moisture.

Professional grading matters. My backyard puddles aren’t just annoying—they’re fixable.

Closing Thoughts: I’m not ready to full-on xeriscape yet, but I’m definitely stealing ideas. Maybe this’ll be the summer my yard stops being a chore and starts being a retreat.

#LowMaintenanceYard #OhioGardening #NoveltyOH #LandscapingIdeas #DroughtFriendly

[ptglandscape]

Lately I’ve Been Obsessed With Drought-Proofing My Yard

Scrolling through pics of California’s ghost lawns last week got me panicking about my own water-guzzling grass. Essex summers aren’t that brutal (yet), but I’m done watching my hydrangeas wilt every August.

The problem: My backyard is 60% thirsty turf, 30% mud patches, and 10% "why won’t this grow?!" experiments. I needed a smarter plan—something low-maintenance but still pretty.

Then I found PTG Landscaping’s homepage while searching "Essex drought-resistant plants." Their before/after gallery showed this stunning gravel-and-sedum setup that made me rethink everything. No sprinklers? No guilt? Sign me up.

Takeaways:

Permeable pavers = less runoff into the street (good for the Chesapeake Bay).

Native grasses like Little Bluestem actually thrive on neglect.

Maybe I’ll keep one tiny strip of lawn for my dog to roll in. Compromise!

Not ready to go full desertscape yet, but I’m saving up for a consult. For now, I’m swapping out my petunias for lavender and crossing my fingers.

[succulents-and-more-blog]

#succulentsandmore #succulents #succulent #succulentplanter #succulentgarden #droughttolerant #droughtfriendly #arrangements

[capitalconstruction]

Do you know how many days a week you can water your yard? Well, make sure you know the latest water restrictions to be in compliance and not incur a fine on your next bill.

Here is the link for EMWD’s newest water restriction update

http://goo.gl/iSFl81

 If you’re thinking about changing your landscape to be more drought friendly or to just want a change in scenery, give us a call today to schedule your free consultation and get an estimate on what we can do for you.

[momwifewoman]

The front yard grass removal continues. It's coming along nicely. #diy #grassremoval #droughtfriendly #droughttolerantplants #californiadroughtisreal

[dylankendall]

#Repost @tyanddylan ・・・ #dylankendall #succulents #balconyfun @butowful I love when the bulls get used to plant succulents! Look how pretty these are! And for us Californians completely drought friendly! #succulents #home #plants #yellow #droughtfriendly #gogreen

[mamischarecipe-blog]

4 Vegan Drought-Friendly Recipes You Should Try - Care2

Celebrity chef Nathan Lyon is introducing sustainability to cooking be releasing a series of "drought-friendly" recipes. His goal is to create recipes that use the least amount of water possible. Lyon told NPR: "Instead of looking ... Read more at http://mamischa.com/4-vegan-drought-friendly-recipes-you-should-try-care2/