Hardscaping and structures

The built parts of a yard: paths, edging, retaining structures and stone work that hold a slope, move water and make a property usable.

What this covers

French drains, catch basins, smooth PVC downspout routing, and dry creek beds engineered for real rainfall loads.

$89 to $136 per linear foot, installed

Western Red Cedar and modular metal elevated beds, organic living soil blends, and integrated micro-drip irrigation grids.

$1,593 to $3,304 per bed, turnkey

Xeriscaping in Austin: costs, plants, and water rebates

What xeriscaping actually costs in Central Texas, the seven design steps, which rebates apply, and the plants that survive an Austin August.