Wild grasses and flowers that are native to an area not only require less water and maintenance, saving time and money, but they also help pollinators, which are vital to the ecosystem.

In the Netherlands, “tile whipping” has led to thousands of residents replacing pavement in their yards with greenery, bringing a mass wave of plants and floral life to urban areas.

Whether it’s a lack of time, the building we live in, or an array of other factors, many of us live in places surrounded by less plant life than we’d prefer. But in some areas, there are people trying to buck that trend regardless of their home setup.

The average American household uses more water outside than showering and laundry combined — and homes use around 8 billion gallons outdoors per day across the country. Rewilding your yard is a fantastic way to drastically cut down on the water you use.