Revelstone: Waterwise

Living in the Western Cape is an asset, for its access to nature and its landscapes of endless scenery. However, as the years pass us, the drought gets ahead of us, giving us specific restrictions on water usage. Water is the source to freedom: to growth in the environment, to life and for our survival. So, when it’s scarce, we need alternative solutions. When it comes the garden area, large areas of grass are no longer an option, as they need a continuous amount of water to sustain their greenery.

Revelstone believes that replacing your lawn area with a waterwise option is the best option you can give yourself and the environment. Pavers, mulch, straw, cobbles, peach pits, bark chips, moss, artificial turf and water wise plants make for a great setup when it comes to landscaping the outdoors. Mulch is a great option. Even though its colouring is brown as opposed to the greenery we so desire in the garden, it has an attractive quality to its overall look. It needs no water, is generally associated with local forests and riparian areas, where leaves, shed bark and twig make up the grounding, and comes at a low cost. Artificial turf is becoming more and more popular as it gives our senses the impression that it’s grass, but it doesn’t need weekly maintenance and lawn mowing or to be watered at all. It works in both indoor and outdoor areas, but often lacks the natural feel that we crave when we’re enjoying nature, as there is no soil for growth. Cobblestones and concrete paving is leading the way forward and allowing people to have options into the layout, design and aesthetic, while still leaving small spaces for succulents and grass to grow in between, which requires less water. You can create spaces that surround garden beds or stone paths that lead throughout the property, giving you a creative dynamic that preserves the environment and beautifies the home. Contact: Revelstone