How to be a lazy gardener (in the best possible way)
Plant self-sowing annuals
Annuals add colour and interest and bloom for weeks, and even months. But they do need to be planted every year. There are some annuals who replant themselves by self-seeding which can save you time (and money) and can come up with stunning combinations you may not have considered!
Mulch, mulch, mulch
Mulch is one of the hardest workers in the garden. It instantly makes your garden look better, conserves moisture, suppresses weeds and insulates the soil. One application in spring is all you need and as it breaks down it also reduces the amount of fertiliser you’ll have to add to your soil. Win, win!
Grow like-minded plants together
Group plants together according to their requirements. Full sun plants should be planted in a different area to shade plants, and drought tolerant plants should be kept away from those which need to be kept moist.
Choose the right stuff
Growing the right kind of plants can definitely save your time. Plants, shrubs and trees that are resistant to diseases don’t require pruning, are drought tolerant and are hardy are best.
Let them water themselves
Plants growing in containers need frequent watering, but you can save time by using self-watering containers.
Act fast
As soon as you see a weed pop up, pull it out. It will take seconds and stop them from seeding and spreading, saving you so much time doing the weeding.
Install a reticulation/drip system
Using an automatic irrigation system on a timer can reduce the amount of water you use on the garden, and it will do all the work for you.
Easy care hedging
Fast-growing hedges need cutting more often, so while slower growers might take a bit longer to establish, they’ll drastically reduce the time you spend up a ladder keeping them neat and tidy.
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