Artificial Turf or Desert Landscaping? Compare Our Las Vegas Projects

Choosing between artificial turf and desert landscaping starts with what you want each part of the yard to do. Chicago Landscape of Las Vegas has completed projects that combine green surfaces, pavers, rock and planting in different proportions.

For a green surface beside a patio

Our Green Valley backyard redesign uses two defined artificial-turf areas alongside a paver patio and stepping-pad walkway. The original yard had no natural lawn. This project demonstrates adding a lawn-like appearance to an unfinished yard; it is not an example of measured water savings from removing grass.

For a yard with living planting and a gathering area

Our Southern Highlands project combines artificial turf with Italian Cypress trees, shrubs and a landscape-rock border. A curved decorative wall defines the patio around the custom gas fire pit. Turf and planting have separate roles in the same design.

For a household that wants natural grass for dogs

In a Las Vegas backyard conversion, the homeowner wanted a real grass area for the dogs. We installed a smaller natural lawn with sprinklers, alongside decorative pavers, landscape rock and a slate walkway. The project also included replacement of the aging irrigation controller.

That lawn requires watering and care. It was retained for a specific household use, rather than treating every area of the yard the same way.

Choose the layout before the material

• Mark where you need walking routes and patio space.
• Identify any specific pet-use area and discuss its maintenance.
• Decide where you want living trees or shrubs and plan their irrigation.
• Review sun exposure, surface comfort and drainage for the proposed materials.

If you already know you want a combination, see our guide to planning turf, pavers and desert planting together.

Request a free, on-site consultation with Chicago Landscape of Las Vegas. Tell us your neighborhood, the areas you want to change, and how you use the yard.