This week we look at some of the arguments of supporters of alternative methods of landscaping, particularly xeriscaping. Xeriscaping was coined as a term in 1981 by combining "xero" (meaning "dry") with "Landscaping", and aims to create a lush welcoming yard with minimal use of irrigation. 

We look at some examples of how xeriscaping can reduce water usage, and look at some of the creative ways that designers use xeriscaping methods to enrich their property while also enriching their local environments.