For a while now, when it comes to outdoor design, succulents have been majorly in style, but for some reason people have not been able to give up the 'traditional' sense of a yard for a more drought friendly, low water alternative.
Well I am here to show you some heart stopping images from Sunset Magazine that will have you running to your local nursery.
These beautiful front yards, back yards, gardens and patios are so simple, chic and cool that you'll forget all about your obsession with grass and opt for drought friendly outdoor design.
The whimsical walkways show you how pathways can be beautiful and manicured while still feeling outdoorsy and chic.
Pebbles and pavers are great because they create pathways that intrigue the eye create direction.
Whether a more modern application or a truly organic and wild feel, these yards are not only ruggedly cool, they are globally conscious.
Here we look at two very different ways to create lounge seating amongst your new low-flow patio.
On the left you'll see the ground is actually poured concrete, but you'd never know it with al the greenery.
Potted drought friendly plants, cacti and succulents are in such abundance that lounging here you'll forget you're on a cement slab. This is perfect if you have a small patio or balcony as you can add on or subtract potted plants based on the space you have.
On the right we have two cozy outdoor patio chairs tucked behind an expanse of wild brush, wood chips and drought friendly viney ground cover. You would never guess that this yard is not only massively cute, but drought friendly.
Two more beautiful backyards above show us that low-water installations certainly don't have to lack on design.
Outdoor garden water fountains like the one on the left actually serve double duty. It's a beautiful feature that also uses the run-off to water the plants as the water circulates from the fountain to the plants.
Brightly colored pots, a vintage-inspired rug and bright greens with a pop of color makes the yard on the right feel lush and relaxing like a spa retreat.
For those who favor a more traditional look and fear drought resistant landscaping won't work with your style, look no further.
These traditional homes have seamlessly incorporated low-water plants and pebbles into their outdoor design and the results couldn't be more beautiful.
It takes the traditional home and brings in a touch of wild and organic whimsy.
What will you do to make your yard more drought friendly this summer?
Image Source: Sunset Magazine