Water-wise landscapes that look great through Texas drought and watering limits.
Xeriscaping in Manor means designing landscapes that stay beautiful through Texas droughts and watering restrictions without costing you time or money. The new subdivisions across ShadowGlen, Whisper Valley, and Stonewater were built on deep blackland clay that holds water poorly and bakes hard in summer heat-perfect conditions for xeriscaping to shine. Corral Bros knows how to work with that clay, integrate native plants that thrive here, and cut your water use without sacrificing curb appeal.
When you're in a rapidly expanding neighborhood with new construction all around, your yard is part of the story. A smart xeriscape plan uses drip irrigation, permeable surfaces, and drought-tolerant plantings that actually improve as the Texas heat peaks. We start with a free on-site estimate to see what your property needs, usually scheduled within 48 hours. Licensed, insured, and family-built-we've been doing this for the folks right here on the I-35 corridor.
We're a local, family-built company that treats your Manor property like our own — tidy crews, clear pricing, and xeriscaping that holds up to Travis County conditions. Available as a one-time project or part of an ongoing plan.
Xeriscaping is water-wise landscaping built around drought-tolerant plants, efficient drip irrigation and reduced turf. It can dramatically cut outdoor water use, which is often the largest part of a Central Texas water bill, while staying green and attractive through drought and watering restrictions.
No. A well-designed xeriscape is lush and colorful, using Texas natives and adapted perennials like salvia, lantana, esperanza and ornamental grasses alongside rock and gravel. The goal is beauty with low water, not a bare gravel lot.
Not at all. A good xeriscape uses native Texas plants like prairie blazestar, mealy sage, and Gulf muhly that belong here naturally. We layer in decomposed granite or river rock to complement the plantings, not overpower them. The result looks intentional and local, not desert-like.
Our estimates break down your water use before and after. Manor's clay soil drains poorly, so even small changes-removing thirsty turf, adding mulch, installing drip lines-cut waste. Many clients see water bills drop 30 to 50 percent within the first year.
Yes. That heavy clay is typical for Manor's eastern prairie. We amend it with compost and sand to improve drainage, especially around plantings. Drip irrigation works better than sprinklers on clay, and we build that in from the start so water goes to roots, not runoff.
Absolutely. Most Manor subdivisions require turf, so we reduce it rather than eliminate it-maybe 30 percent lawn with native plantings filling the rest. We'll show you the plan before we start and make sure it meets your neighborhood guidelines.
Less than you'd think. Drought-tolerant plants need water during establishment, then minimal watering in year two and beyond. You'll prune once or twice yearly and top-dress mulch. No fertilizer chase, no weekly mowing-just seasonal cleanup.
Call us at 737-404-9343 to schedule a free no-obligation on-site estimate. We'll walk your yard, talk water and soil, and show you exactly what a xeriscape could look like for your place in Manor.
Free, no-pressure estimate from a local crew. Call (737) 404-9343 or request a quote online.
