<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Turtle Landscape Co.]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Turtle Landscape Co. we create drought tolerant landscapes that help lower your water usage and maintenance costs. ]]></description><link>https://www.turtlelandscapeco.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:05:56 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.turtlelandscapeco.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How Hot Does Artificial Turf Get for Pets? Tips for Texas Summers]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’re a pet owner in Central Texas, you already know the summer heat hits different out here. With summer right around the corner and if you’re considering artificial turf, you might be wondering: “Is it too hot for my dog?” Great question — and the honest answer is: Artificial turf can get warm, but with the right materials and design, it stays comfortable and pet‑friendly year‑round. At Turtle Landscape Co., we install turf systems built specifically for Texas heat and active pets....]]></description><link>https://www.turtlelandscapeco.com/post/how-hot-does-artificial-turf-get-for-pets-tips-for-texas-summers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d592ed33362686b5d6d428</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:52:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45e94d_1afc3b84fd3749ad91f1682789c89af2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Brandon Howe</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Artificial Turf vs. Real Grass: Why Turf Is the Better Choice for Pets in Central Texas]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’re a pet owner in Georgetown, Round Rock, Cedar Park, or anywhere in Central Texas , you already know the struggle — muddy paws, dead grass spots, fleas, digging, and constant yard maintenance. Artificial turf solves all of that while giving your pets a clean, safe, durable space to play year‑round. Central Texas lawns face unique challenges: Intense heat Drought restrictions Heavy clay soil Shade from oak and cedar trees High pet traffic Artificial turf eliminates all of these issues...]]></description><link>https://www.turtlelandscapeco.com/post/artificial-turf-vs-real-grass-why-turf-is-the-better-choice-for-pets-in-central-texas</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dd470a602a28f5308a5806</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:14:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/45e94d_d6afcf405aef46529b0c9f464ccccf18~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Brandon Howe</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Is Your Lawn Ready for the 2026 Water Restrictions? Why Austin &#38; Georgetown Homeowners Are Switching to Drought Tolerate Low Maintenance Landscapes.]]></title><description><![CDATA[As of March 2026, the Central Texas water picture has changed for good. With West Travis County PUA moving to Stage 2 mandatory restrictions and the City of Pflugerville under Stage 3 emergency orders, the days of the “unlimited green lawn” are over. For many Austin and Georgetown homeowners, the choice now feels harsh: watch your lawn turn brown or pay steep monthly surcharges just to keep it alive. But there’s a third option: a drought tolerate landscape that stays perfectly green without a...]]></description><link>https://www.turtlelandscapeco.com/post/is-your-lawn-ready-for-the-2026-water-restrictions-why-austin-georgetown-homeowners-are-switching</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dd45c3602a28f5308a5444</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:13:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Brandon Howe</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>