Texas Native Gardens & Landscape Design
“‘We abuse land because we see it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect.’
Aldo Leopold”
Credits - Lake Flato Architects | Ten Eyck Landscape Architects | Photography by Bill Timmerman | Private Client - Vanderpool, TX
Learn more about the extraordinary work of Christine Ten Eyck’s creative expertise in supporting Texas native plants and sustainable landscape design - Wild Ones Landscaping for Resilience with Christy Ten Eyck & The Native Plant Society of Texas
Low-Maintenance Drought Tolerant Garden Design
REPACE YOUR LAWN WITH A BEAUTIFUL SUSTAINABLE TEXAS NATIVE LANDSCAPE
Texas Senate Bill 83 (R) SB198 (This bill aims to prevent Texas Homeowners Association from prohibiting the use of establishing native grasses and native plants. The bill allows you to fight your HOA’s landscaping requirements to include waterwise, drought tolerant, low maintenance plants and grasses)
Who We Are
Texas Nativescapes proudly stands apart. We are the Outsiders—a creative collective of native garden designers and landscape professionals dedicated to redefining outdoor spaces through the lens of Texas and Southwestern horticulture.
We specialize in Texas native perennial gardens and the creation of resilient, living habitats that are low-maintenance, water-wise, and ecologically rich. Our work blends natural beauty with modern, one-of-a-kind sustainable solutions—landscapes designed not just to look stunning, but to thrive.
Rooted in “Texas by Nature” , we design eco-friendly landscapes built for longevity, balance, and ease of care. With more than 25 years of experience serving the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, we bring deep expertise in Texas horticulture and native plant systems specifically adapted to Texas ecoregions.
Our collaborative team is composed of native plant aficionados, garden designers, and landscape professionals who share a passion for creating outdoor environments that are climate-appropriate, environmentally responsible, and visually compelling. From drought-tolerant plant palettes to water-smart design strategies, every project is guided by a commitment to sustainability and long-term resilience.
We adhere to the highest industry standards, following Texas A&M AgriLife Horticulture, Texas SmartScape, and Texas WaterWise best practices. This ensures every landscape we create is engineered to endure Texas heat, drought cycles, and unpredictable weather fluctuations—without sacrificing beauty or function.
At Texas Nativescapes, we don’t just design landscapes.
We cultivate and integrate both the outdoor experience with outdoor living systems—authentic to Texas, respectful of nature, and built to last.
CONSERVE TEXAS WATER IT’s more precious than gold AND THE LIFEBLOOD OF TEXAS COMMUNITIES
Water is a vital and limited precious resource in Texas. As water demands become stronger, city’s limit and restrict water usage during peak summer seasons. Get involved and learn more about Texas water conservation. North Texas municipalities are doing their part in providing education, resources and programs about what you can do in Taking Care of Texas and Conserving our Water.
Replacing water-intensive lawns with drought-tolerant native plants that have deep root systems, improving soil structure and water infiltration, and reducing runoff and the need for irrigation. Wildscapes, Pocket Prairie and Wild Spaces mimic natural prairies with diverse grasses and wildflowers, supporting local wildlife and pollinators while requiring significantly less water than traditional landscaping. Learn more, explore and discover native plant and garden designs. Texas Wildscapes: Gardening for Wildlife, Texas A&M Natures Guide Addition is a wonderful publication every gardener should own.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES are built on a foundation of loyalty and diligence, integrity and keen attention to detail with our love and commitment to nature. We guarantee highest standards of service, materials, impeccable workmanship, artistic garden design and landscape solutions so that you have a seamless enjoyable outdoor experience.
NO BOUNDARIES ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES Your project is a kaleidoscope of natural elements and textures transforming garden and landscape environments into an aesthetically beautiful outdoor experience.
Cultivating Extraordinary NATURAL Environments
Paul Rowan
Founder | Native Plant Landscape Designer & Horticulturist
Texas Nativescapes
Paul Rowan is a visionary native landscape designer and horticulturist whose work is guided by a deep reverence for nature and the enduring wisdom of Southwestern land traditions. Drawing inspiration from Navajo and Puebloan influences, Paul’s design philosophy harmonizes fine art, modern minimalism, and adobe architectural forms to create landscapes that feel grounded, soulful, and timeless.
His aesthetic is shaped by the austere beauty of the American Southwest—majestic mesas, sculpted desert canyons, and the mystical Sangre de Cristo Mountains along the historic Turquoise Trail. These elemental landscapes inform Paul’s poetic approach to design, where balance, restraint, and ecological integrity converge. His outdoor environments are living compositions—subtle yet powerful—woven from earthy textures, bold desert hues, and refined modern forms.
With decades of experience across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and the Western Mountain States, Paul brings a nuanced understanding of native ecosystems to every project. Each landscape is thoughtfully composed using regionally appropriate native plants and materials, resulting in one-of-a-kind environments that are ecologically resilient, water-wise, and deeply connected to place.
Paul’s passion lies in crafting enduring native gardens and outdoor spaces that not only captivate visually, but also restore the land, support biodiversity, and foster a meaningful relationship between people and the natural world.
About Texas Nativescapes
For more than 25 years, Texas Nativescapes has been a trusted leader in native landscape design and Texas horticulture throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. Rooted in a philosophy of sustainability and regional authenticity, the firm specializes in creating beautiful, low-maintenance, water-wise landscapes using carefully selected Texas native perennials.
As dedicated stewards of the land, Texas Nativescapes offers expertly curated native plant solutions chosen for their ecological performance, resilience, and visual impact. From refined modern native gardens to vibrant pollinator habitats, each project is custom tailored to the Texas ecoregion it inhabits.
Whether you are envisioning a serene architectural landscape or a thriving natural ecosystem, Texas Nativescapes creates legacy landscapes—spaces that honor the land, support local wildlife, and provide lasting beauty and inspiration for generations to come.
Speciality Services & Disciplines
Native Garden Design
Wildscapes + Prairie Gardens
Landscaping + Installation
Low-maintenance Greenscapes
Drought-tolerant Garden Plans
Drought-tolerant Landscaping
Land Management + Ecological Diversity
Texas Native Plant Selection + Sourcing
Outdoor Living Plans
Design + Build + Construction
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Showers + Baths
Water + Fire Features
Architectural Planters + Pot + Container Garden Design
Architectural Landscape Lighting
Architectural Hardscape Solutions
Cabana, Deck, and Pergola Design
Custom Architectural Steel Fabrication
Sub-Surface Drip Irrigation Installation
Storm Water Management + Drainage Solutions
Native Habitat Restoration + Pocket Prairies
Land Surveying
Land Grubbing
Land Clearing + Grading
“Discover Your Native Roots...”