And it would have to be watered, and it might die. Rocks don't have to be replaced. Hanna is pleased with the results of her efforts - and her water usage. Last summer, when plants were young, she watered them every two weeks. This summer, they will get watered monthly.
People lose more plants here to over-watering than any other reason.
And despite the image of a xeriscape garden, she doesn't own a single cactus. Antique roses must be at least 50 years old in origin. She especially likes David Austin English roses since they are disease and pest resistant. Hanna recommends visiting major botanical gardens to people interested in gathering ideas for their own garden makeovers. People who are interested in new landscaping should do some research, prepare soil in the fall and start over in the springtime.