Garden maintenance: Ways to conserve water

Because of limited water supply, it is important to conserve water and make sure that its use is optimised. In Australia and in many places around the world, people are becoming more aware of the need to conserve water. Saving water is important—it should become a way of life. A perfect way to do your part in water conservation is by following these simple tips when doing your garden maintenance tasks.

Use the best watering technique

Each area in your garden needs to be watered differently, so you need to determine which watering technique is best to use. For example, when it comes to lawn and garden maintenance, having a sprinkler system is more economical as it provides great coverage. If you need to target a specific area, such as pots and planters, using a hose or watering can is the ideal option for you.

Water at the right time

You’ve probably heard it many times before, but it’s really best to water your plants at a time when water evaporation happens at a minimum. Normally, the best times to water your garden is in the morning and late afternoon or early evening. Watering at the right time also means checking the soil to see if it’s still damp. If it’s too dry, then it’s time to water your plants. If the soil underneath is still damp, you might have to wait a few hours to water your plants or hydrate them the following day.

Save and reuse water whenever possible

Instead of letting rainwater go to waste, you can collect rainwater and use it to hydrate your plants. Installing a rainwater tank is an easy way to harvest rainwater. When cleaning your fish tank, instead of throwing away the water from the tank, you can use its nitrogen and phosphorous-rich water for your plants.

Select native plants for your garden

If you live in a dry and hot climate, chances are the plants that thrive in your area have adjusted to the region’s rainfall, soil, and weather. You can also research which plants grow best in the type of climate that you have.

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