Choose the right plants in the garden to save water

Despite of rainy winters, the water preservation is too less to fulfill the need of mankind. During the summer months the water scarcity rises too much. That is when the reservoirs are lowest and demand for irrigation water is highest. Choosing drought-tolerant plants, building rich soil, watering wisely and following the other key steps will help to solve the problem. Save money on water bills. Save time maintaining the garden and protect the family's health by reducing the need for chemicals in the garden. Protect environment and grow a healthy, beautiful yard and garden all year around.

How to use water properly in the garden?

Make the most of the water that is used in the summer should ventilate lawns in the spring to better absorb water. Mulch planting beds to decrease evaporation. Select the right plants for the right place so that water is used in its optimum. Tune-up and improve irrigation system and wash the cars at locations that recycle their water.

Steps to save water

Whether the garden is newly scratched or improving an existing garden, it should be kept in mind to plant and plan the garden in such a way so that water is used wisely. Build healthy soil with compost and mulch for plants with deeper roots, fewer pest and weed problems and lower water needs. Choose the right plants that are pest-resistant, require less water and match the sun, shade and soil in the yard. Use right method and select the right plants for the garden. Practice smart watering to prevent plant disease. If there is an automatic watering system, then there should be a strict supervision to control the water and see there is no water wastage. Practice natural lawn care and enjoy a healthy lawn that needs less water, fertilizer and pesticides.

Right plants for the garden
Choose plants that naturally tolerate dry soil. Grey leaved plants like Lavender, Sage, Santolina and Stachys are all suitable. Hairy-leaved plants such as Geraniums and Petunias are also ideal. For sandy soils, drought-tolerant plants like Cistus are perfect. Provide shelter. Plant shade and moisture loving plants away from the wind and hot sun. by putting walls, fences, hedges or other plants they won't dry out so quickly. Use bigger pots with more compost to cool the soil and conserve moisture. Kill weeds as they compete with plants for moisture.

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