The Lubbock Master Gardeners Association has created garden designs for the water-wise plants we recommend for our area.
If you’re not sure where to start, or which plants might be right for your waterwise garden, don’t worry – we have you covered. Our team of experts have created a printable set of waterwise garden design plans to help you get started, complete with a printable printable comprehensive guide to waterwise plants that are in the design plans (with descriptions of each plant).
Also, don’t forget to take advantage of our extensive list of recommended plants for the Lubbock area, if you want to expand your Lubbock garden repertoire even further.
We can all benefit from locally tested tips from other local gardeners. Here are some waterwise gardens from around the Lubbock area.
🌿 Water-Wise Landscaping in Lubbock! 🌿
If you’re interested in learning how to garden smarter — not harder — in the High Plains, you’ll love this conversation featuring Master Gardener Betsey Heavner and Katherine Dury on YouTube. In this video, Katherine shares insights about a local demonstration garden designed specifically for Lubbock’s climate and conditions.
Located in Lubbock, this demonstration garden showcases practical water-wise landscaping techniques that work with our Southern High Plains environment — not against it. From plant selection suited to our semi-arid climate to smart irrigation strategies and soil preparation tips, the garden serves as a real-life example of how beautiful landscapes can also be sustainable and drought-resilient.
Water is precious here, and learning how to design with native and adapted plants can reduce water use, lower maintenance, and support pollinators and local wildlife. 🌼🐝
Be sure to check out the full conversation on YouTube and see how thoughtful landscaping can make a big difference in our community!