Round Rock residents can take advantage of valuable rebate programs offered by the city and the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) to create healthy, water-efficient landscapes. Whether you’re improving your soil, mulching your beds, or converting your lawn to Texas-native plants, these rebates help you invest in a sustainable garden that will flourish for years.
1. Healthy Lawn Aeration and Compost Rebate
The Healthy Lawn Rebate encourages both residential and commercial properties to build healthier, drought-tolerant lawns through core aeration and compost application. Aerating your lawn improves water absorption, while compost adds essential nutrients, supporting stronger root systems and reducing the need for constant watering.
Rebate Amount:
$100 for residential properties
$300 for commercial properties
How to Qualify:
Must be a City of Round Rock water customer.
Apply compost directly after core aeration to enhance soil structure and plant health.
Limit: One rebate per water account each year.
Application Process:
Complete the lawn aeration and composting within 90 days prior to submitting your application.
Required Documentation: Itemized receipt or paid invoice for the services, and a photo of the lawn after aeration and compost application.
Fine Print:
This rebate applies only to customers who receive water services from the City of Round Rock. To be eligible, core aeration and compost application must be done on the same day to maximize soil benefits.
Recommended Products to Qualify:
"Landscaper’s Pride Healthy Soil Compost," 40 lbs – $11.00
"Nature's Creation Organic Compost," 1.5 cubic feet – $21.00
These compost options are nutrient-dense and ready to improve your soil’s structure, helping you create a healthier, resilient lawn.
Healthy Lawn Rebate – City of Round Rock's Healthy Lawn Rebate Information
2. Compost and Mulch Rebate – Up to $600
Using compost and mulch in garden beds not only retains moisture but also gradually enriches the soil, making it ideal for garden health. With the Compost and Mulch Rebate, Round Rock residents can receive 50% of the cost for compost or mulch products, up to $600 per household, allowing you to sustainably maintain beautiful beds without breaking the bank.
Rebate Details:
Covers 50% of compost and mulch costs for a single household, up to $600.
How to Qualify:
Only City of Round Rock water customers are eligible.
Purchase qualifying compost and mulch products and keep receipts for submission.
Application Process:
Save your receipts for all compost or mulch purchases.
Complete the rebate application, attaching receipts as proof of purchase.
Note: City of Round Rock residents can also get free mulch from the Brush Recycling Center. Show a current City of Round Rock water bill and a valid driver’s license for access.
Recommended Products to Qualify:
"Texas Native Hardwood Mulch," 2 cubic feet – $6.99
"Texas Native Cedar Mulch," 2 cubic feet – $7.00
"Landscaper’s Pride Top Soil," 40 lbs – $6.99
Adding natural mulches helps your garden retain moisture, support beneficial soil microbes, and keeps roots cool in hot months. These composts and mulches qualify for the rebate and offer excellent value and longevity for your beds.
Compost and Mulch Rebate – Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) WaterSmart Rebates
3. Turf Conversion Rebate – $0.50 per Square Foot
If you’re ready to replace water-intensive grass with drought-tolerant plants, the Turf Conversion Rebate is perfect for you. By converting existing turf grass to native Texas plants, you create a water-efficient landscape that is low maintenance, resilient, and supportive of local wildlife.
Rebate Amount:
$0.50 per square foot, up to $600 for converting a minimum of 200 square feet.
How to Qualify:
Pre-approval is required. Contact the City of Round Rock’s Water Conservation Program before starting your project to ensure eligibility.
Only applicable to areas with existing healthy turf grass. The converted area must include native Texas plants or drought-tolerant species.
Application Process:
After pre-approval, proceed with converting your lawn to native or drought-tolerant landscaping.
Submit the application upon completion, including photos, receipts, and a design or layout plan.
Fine Print:
Only Texas natives or other drought-tolerant plants are eligible. Artificial turf does not qualify.
Minimum area conversion is 200 square feet.
This rebate is open to City of Round Rock water customers only.
Recommended Products for Your Project:
Expanded Shale, 40 lbs – $8.99, for improved soil drainage, a key component in successful native gardens.
Texas Native Plants: As a Texas-native nursery, we stock native plants that are eligible for this rebate year-round, including drought-tolerant favorites like Purple Trailing Lantana and Texas Sage.
Turf Conversion Rebate – City of Round Rock's Turf Conversion Rebate Program
These rebates support sustainable practices and offer customers the perfect way to create a stunning, eco-friendly landscape. If you’re ready to take advantage of these programs, stop by Round Rock Garden Center. We’ll help you find the composts, mulches, and native plants that meet the criteria and bring lasting beauty to your garden.
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