Native Landscaping Across Texas

50% of cost, up to $125 per smart controller

Allen sits in the Blackland Prairies with heavy clay soils typical of North Texas. The city does not offer a turf conversion rebate yet, but Collin County residents can access irrigation equipment rebates through NTMWD. Native plants adapted to clay do well here.

$85 Go N Grow Garden rebate through Save Tarrant Water

Arlington residents can get the Go N Grow Garden rebate through Save Tarrant Water. Remove 125 sq ft of turf, plant a Texas Tough Native kit, and earn $85 back. The city sits in the Cross Timbers with some Blackland Prairie influence.

Multiple rebate programs available through Austin Water and LCRA

Austin sits at the crossroads of the Edwards Plateau and Blackland Prairies — giving homeowners access to a rich palette of drought-adapted native plants. The city actively encourages lawn-to-native conversion through rebate programs.

Up to $75 rain barrel rebate

Buda offers a rain barrel rebate: $50 for 50–99 gallon barrels, $75 for 100+ gallon barrels. One rebate per household. Program runs May–December. Buda residents may also qualify for LCRA WaterSmart if served by an LCRA customer utility.

Up to $3,000 total through LCRA WaterSmart

Cedar Park residents can access LCRA WaterSmart rebates — recently increased to up to $2,000 for turf conversion and $3,000 total per property. The city sits on the Edwards Plateau, making it well-suited for drought-tolerant native landscaping.

WaterWise Xeriscape rebate (contact city)

Corinth offers a WaterWise Xeriscape rebate for native plant conversion and micro-irrigation. Pre-approval required. Contact the city for current amounts. Corinth sits in Denton County near Lake Lewisville.

No dedicated rebate yet. Design tips available

Dallas doesn't currently offer a dedicated turf conversion or native landscaping rebate, but the city provides free irrigation evaluations and water-wise landscaping resources. Dallas homeowners in the Blackland Prairies have excellent native plant options for HOA-conscious front yards.

$85 Go N Grow Garden rebate (Tarrant County) + free irrigation evaluations

The Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex spans two major ecoregions (Blackland Prairies and Cross Timbers), giving homeowners a wide range of native plant options. Fort Worth residents can access the Go N Grow program through Save Tarrant Water, while Dallas homeowners benefit from free irrigation evaluations and water-wise resources.

Up to $5/sq ft for turf conversion — one of the highest rates in Texas

Denton has one of the most generous turf buy-back programs in Texas — $5/sq ft for the first 2,500 sq ft of lawn converted to native plants. The city sits at the edge of the Cross Timbers and Blackland Prairies, so you have good options for both sandy and clay soils.

Irrigation, rainwater, pool cover rebates

El Paso Water offers rebates for smart irrigation, rainwater harvesting, pool covers, and laundry-to-landscape. No turf conversion rebate, but irrigation and rainwater rebates support water-wise landscaping in the Chihuahuan Desert.

$85 Go N Grow Garden rebate through Save Tarrant Water

Fort Worth and Tarrant County residents can participate in the Go N Grow Garden program through Save Tarrant Water — a rebate program that provides native garden kits and $85 back for converting turf. The city also offers free irrigation evaluations.

No dedicated rebate yet. Design tips available

Frisco is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas. Most neighborhoods have HOAs. The city does not offer a turf conversion rebate yet. Native plants adapted to Blackland Prairie clay work well in Frisco yards.

Up to $5,000/yr through Love Your Local Lawn

Georgetown offers one of the most generous native landscaping rebate programs in Texas — up to $5,000 per year for residential customers. Combined with LCRA WaterSmart rebates, homeowners can offset a significant portion of their landscape conversion costs.

Rain barrel & smart irrigation discounts; Fort Bend: up to $300 via NFBWA

Houston has humid summers and mild winters. Houston Public Works offers discounted rain barrels, smart irrigation discounts, and free conservation items. No turf conversion rebate. Fort Bend residents may qualify for up to $300 through NFBWA.

$1/sq ft up to $250 through the pilot program

Kyle's Native Landscaping Pilot Program offers a hands-on approach — homeowners work directly with the city water conservation coordinator to design their native landscape and earn $1/sq ft in rebates (up to $250).

Up to $3,000 through LCRA WaterSmart

Lakeway residents can access LCRA WaterSmart rebates — up to $3,000 total for turf conversion, irrigation upgrades, compost, mulch, and soil improvements. The city sits on the Edwards Plateau with limestone-based soils. Native plants adapted to alkaline, well-drained conditions do well.

No dedicated rebate yet. Design tips available

League City sits on the Gulf Coast with humid summers and occasional salt spray. The city does not offer a turf conversion rebate. Native plants adapted to coastal conditions can cut water use and handle humidity.

Up to $3,000 through LCRA WaterSmart

Leander residents can access LCRA WaterSmart rebates for turf conversion. Up to $3,000 total per property. The city sits on the Edwards Plateau with limestone-based soils. Native plants adapted to alkaline, well-drained conditions do well.

ET controller & rain/freeze sensor rebates

McKinney offers WaterSmart ET controller and rain/freeze sensor rebates. No turf conversion rebate, but irrigation rebates support water-efficient landscaping. Soils vary from clay to sandy.

Up to $2,500 (grass removal + tree rebate)

New Braunfels Utilities offers one of the most generous rebate programs outside of major metros — up to $2,000 for grass removal plus $500 for drought-tolerant trees. The city sits on the Edwards Plateau with Comal Springs influence.

City programs + LCRA WaterSmart (up to $3,000)

Pflugerville offers its own landscaping rebate programs (Pflourishing Flora, Pflip this Yard) plus access to LCRA WaterSmart rebates. The city sits in the Blackland Prairies — a region with deep, dark clay soils well-suited for many Texas natives.

Rain/freeze sensor $50; HET rebates up to $225

Plano offers rain/freeze sensor rebates ($50, plus $25 if installed by a licensed irrigator) and high-efficiency toilet rebates. No turf conversion rebate, but irrigation rebates support water-wise landscaping.

No dedicated rebate yet. Design tips available

Richardson sits in the Blackland Prairies with heavy clay soils. The city does not offer a turf conversion rebate. Native plants that tolerate clay and Dallas-area heat work well. Many Richardson neighborhoods have HOAs.

Turf removal rebate + LCRA WaterSmart (up to $3,000 total)

Round Rock offers turf removal rebates focused on parkway strips, along with LCRA WaterSmart rebates for broader turf conversion projects. The city sits on the transition between Blackland Prairies and Edwards Plateau — giving homeowners diverse native plant options.

Up to $500/yr through SAWS WaterSaver coupons + free design plans

San Antonio Water System (SAWS) runs one of the most well-structured landscape rebate programs in Texas. With free landscape design plans and up to $500/yr in coupons, it's designed to make native landscaping accessible and straightforward.

Varies by rebate type

San Marcos sits at the edge of the Edwards Plateau with the San Marcos River running through town. Edwards Plateau natives thrive in San Marcos limestone soils. Neighboring Kyle offers a Native Landscaping Pilot; check the full rebates list for programs that may cover your area.

Up to $300 via NFBWA (native plants, irrigation, rain barrels)

Sugar Land residents may qualify for up to $300 in water bill credits through the North Fort Bend Water Authority. Native plants, smart irrigation, and rain barrels are eligible. Check nfbwa.com to verify your water provider participates.

No dedicated rebate yet. Design tips available

The Woodlands has a distinct landscape character with pine and hardwood canopy. The community has design guidelines. Native plants that work in shade and part sun fit well. No turf conversion rebate, but water savings and wildlife value are strong arguments.