“Even though we lived here for a number of years the landscaping part all started when Lori found this table and chairs at the Austin Fine Arts Festival. Once she got started the project took on a life of its own”, Dave shared.

Judy Walther of Environmental Survey Consulting was hired to design and install the landscape using plants all native to the Edwards Plateau. In areas like this where there was little soil the rock was intentionally exposed and highlighted with these containers.

They are especially proud of the buffalo grass. It was installed about two years ago and they have never mowed it or fertilized it. Since they have no irrigation system, they let it go dormant in the summer. The only “problem” they have is that the deer like to sleep in it.

Spending time in the gardens is more interesting as birds, bees, butterflies and other wildlife are attracted to the seasonal variations and blooms provided by the native plants.

These plantings were designed to help slow down water from the gutters thus reducing erosion.

This bird bath and a water feature near the front door provide water for wildlife. Lori is not only unexpectedly enjoying gardening but may even begin to learn about the birds drawn to her yard.

The sun is always shining in the backyard.