Our most-requested service
Xeriscape Austin.
Beautiful. Drought-proof.
Native Texas plants. Drip irrigation. Decomposed-granite paths. Stone borders. Designed to thrive through Stage 3 watering restrictions — and qualify for Austin Water rebates up to $3,000.
58%
avg. water savings
$3,000
max Austin Water rebate
5–8 yr
typical payback
365
days of beauty
The TSB xeriscape method
Seven principles. One thriving Austin yard.
- Plan & design — zone the yard by water needs
- Improve the soil — 3" compost tilled 6" deep
- Use drought-tolerant native plants
- Limit turf to functional areas only
- Efficient drip irrigation + smart controller
- Mulch 3" deep — hardwood or DG
- Right-fit seasonal maintenance
Rebate help included
Texan Strong Builds prepares all Austin Water rebate paperwork, measurements and photo documentation for you — no city forms to figure out.
Native & adapted plant palette
What we plant in Austin.
Trees
Texas Red Oak · Cedar Elm · Texas Mountain Laurel · Anacacho Orchid
Shrubs
Cenizo · Esperanza · Flame Acanthus · Dwarf Yaupon
Perennials
Salvia greggii · Blackfoot Daisy · Damianita · Mealy Blue Sage
Grasses
Mexican Feather Grass · Lindheimer Muhly · Big Muhly · Sea Oats
Succulents
Agave parryi · Yucca · Red Yucca · Sotol · Prickly Pear
Groundcover
Silver Ponyfoot · Frogfruit · Horseherb (shade)
FAQ
Xeriscape & landscaping FAQs for Austin homeowners
Free, in-writing estimate
Let's build it strong.
Tell us about your project. We'll visit your property within 24–48 hours, take measurements and send a written estimate — no pressure, no fine print.
Call or text
(512) 781-8851
Email
info@texanstrongbuilds.com
Serving
Austin TX + surrounding suburbs & Hill Country
Hours
- Monday8 AM – 6 PM
- Tuesday8 AM – 6 PM
- Wednesday8 AM – 6 PM
- Thursday8 AM – 6 PM
- Friday8 AM – 6 PM
- Saturday8 AM – 2 PM
- SundayClosed
Bonded & insured in Texas. Free estimates always.