Time seems to be the most precious during the summer, because it feels as if we have way more things to do, and way less time in which to do them, than in any other season. One of the most time-consuming chores, for most people, is spending would-be leisure time watering their gardens, instead of actual leisure time sitting back in their favorite patio chairs.

To cut down on their gardening obligations, many people are now experimenting with xeric gardens, which are comprised of drought-tolerant plants. One of the many advantages of having such a garden is that, besides creating more spare time, it spares more water. However, because xeric landscaping is frequently associated with the states out west, where, because of persistent drought conditions, it has been popular for quite some time, the mention of it usually conjures images of cacti growing in a bed of sand or gravel. To the contrary, there is a huge variety of xeric plants, flowers, and trees, that can create lush gardens, as gorgeous as any you’ve ever seen, brimming with color, texture, and aesthetic appeal.

Another thing that will fill such a garden is wildlife. Done correctly, this type of landscaping creates a [synergistic] environment that will attract and support many native species of amphibians, beneficial insects, including tons of butterflies, and resident and migratory birds, all of which will nourish it in turn.

Of course, as with any other garden or landscaping project, you have to put in the time up front, if you wish to make it a success. The process of designing a xeric garden is the same as it is for a regular garden, because there are endless choices of plants for you to select from, for their colors, shapes, and textures. One thing to keep in mind is that they will all require varying amounts of water, so you should group them accordingly.

Besides being a good way to reduce the time that you will have to spend doing yard work, a xeric garden is great for the environment. Just think of how gratifying it will be to relax in a comfortable patio chair, enjoying your breath-taking garden, content in the knowledge that you’re doing your part to conserve water as well. You’ll feel so good that you’ll probably want to reward yourself with new patio furniture that’s as magnificent as your garden. When you feel that urge coming over you, all you have to do is to go to CedarStore.com.

With one of the most amazing selections of outdoor furniture available, Cedarstore.com has porch, garden, and patio gliders, rockers, swings, benches, chairs, tables, dining sets, bar and bistro sets, end tables, ottomans, lounges, and more. In every style, size, shape, and color, CedarStore.com features an unparalleled collection of wood patio furniture in cedar, treated pine, oak, teak, and cherry, as well as synthetic and metal porch furniture, made from vinyl, aluminum, and polywood.

To see the entire gallery, visit CedarStore.com. To contact one of their design consultants or customer service representatives, call 1-888-293-2339, or e-mail contact@cedarstore.com.