Texas Native Landscaping Rebates

Combined rebates for turf-to-native conversion, irrigation upgrades, compost, mulch, aeration, and soil testing. Applications processed through partner EGIA.

Georgetown significantly expanded rebate amounts for FY2026. One of the most generous municipal programs in Texas.

Rebates for converting turf grass to native or drought-tolerant landscaping. Requires at least 75% healthy grass before conversion. Online application available.

Austin also offers separate HOA-specific WaterWise rebates for multi-family turf conversion (up to $5,000). Contact Austin Water for HOA program details.

Turf conversion at $0.50/sq ft (min 200 sq ft, up to $2,000). Also covers compost, mulch, aeration, soil testing, irrigation evaluations, and equipment retrofits. 50% of total cost, up to $3,000 per residential property.

LCRA significantly increased turf conversion rebates in 2025 (from $600 to $2,000 max). Covers many Central Texas communities. Check with your water provider to confirm LCRA eligibility.

Rebate of $1 per square foot of irrigated turf replaced with native plants, up to 250 sq ft. Flexible options including pollinator gardens, gravel, mulch, or paving.

Pilot program with limited spots. Residents work directly with the city water conservation coordinator for design guidance.

Landscaping rebate program for native and drought-tolerant plantings. Pflugerville also offers the "Pflip this Yard" program and LCRA WaterSmart rebates.

Pflugerville residents may also qualify for LCRA WaterSmart rebates separately. Check both programs for maximum savings.

Rebate for converting grass to native plant beds in parkway strip areas. City provides resources including the WilcoScape native plant database for plant selection.

Round Rock also offers free irrigation system check-ups and "smart" watering classes. Residents may also qualify for LCRA WaterSmart rebates.

Soil Saver rebate for core aeration, compost top-dressing, and mulch. Irrigation system upgrade rebate for converting spray zones to drip. Rainwater harvesting rebate also available.

San Marcos does not currently offer a dedicated turf conversion rebate, but the soil improvement and irrigation rebates support native landscaping projects.

$50 rebate for 50–99 gallon rain barrels. $75 rebate for 100+ gallon rain barrels. One rebate per household.

Rain barrel program only — no turf conversion rebate currently. Buda residents may also qualify for LCRA WaterSmart rebates if served by an LCRA customer utility.

Each $125 coupon covers 200 sq ft of grass removal and 15 new native or adapted plants. Up to 4 coupons per year. Free "Plant by Numbers" landscape design plans available at GardenStyleSA.com.

One of the most structured programs in Texas. Free landscape design plans available. Coupons open March 1 each year — apply early as they can be limited. 1-gallon ornamental trees now eligible.

Grass removal rebate up to $2,000. Drought-tolerant tree rebate up to $500. Also offers healthy soil rebates for mulch, compost, and aeration.

One of the more generous programs outside major metro areas. Also includes a Comal County Gardening Guide rebate (up to $40).

Rebate for removing at least 125 sq ft of turf and planting a Texas Tough Native Go N Grow Garden kit (purchased through Rooted In at designated pickup locations).

Gardens sell out quickly — apply early. Pickup locations include Arlington, Fort Worth, Mansfield, and Southlake.

Rebate for xeriscape and native plant conversion plus micro-irrigation systems.

Smaller program. Contact the City of Corinth water department for current rebate amounts and application details.

Cash rebate for converting irrigated turf to native or adapted plants. $5.00/sq ft for the first 2,500 sq ft, $3.50/sq ft for additional area up to 10,000 sq ft total. Minimum 400 sq ft required. Spray irrigation in the area must be removed or converted to drip.

One of the most generous turf buy-back programs in Texas. Funds are budget-limited — apply early in the fiscal year. Max theoretical payout for a 10,000 sq ft conversion is ~$38,250, though typical residential projects yield $2,000–$12,500.

Utility bill credit for purchasing native or adapted trees. Up to 5 trees per property per year. Credit applied to utility account (or check issued for non-utility-account owners).

Seasonal program — runs fall through spring. Pair with the Turf Buy-Back program for a full front-yard conversion.

Rebate for smart irrigation controllers (Rachio, Orbit B-Hyve, Netro Sprite, Rain Machine, Weathermatic, Hunter Pro-HC), rain and freeze sensors, rain barrels, and other water-efficiency equipment. 50% of purchase cost, up to $125 per smart controller.

Funds currently available as of February 2026. No dedicated turf conversion rebate in this program — covers irrigation equipment only. Allen residents doing a full yard conversion should budget the irrigation upgrade separately and claim this rebate for the controller.

Smart irrigation controller rebate, rainwater harvesting rebate, pool cover rebate, and laundry-to-landscape rebate. No dedicated turf conversion rebate currently offered.

El Paso focuses on irrigation efficiency and water harvesting rather than landscaping conversion. The laundry-to-landscape program is unique to this region.