GARDEN DESIGN
HOW TO MAKE YOUR GARDEN ECO-FRIENDLY
Playing our part to become more sustainable is more important than ever . Whether that ’ s growing our own food and cutting down on our household waste or renovating our gardens - we all need to do our bit .
Eco-paving manufacturer , Bradstone , highlights five ways in which you can become ecofriendlier and more self-sufficient in your own gardens .
1 . Grow your own food Why not devote a patch of your garden to growing your own food ?
Not only is it cheaper but it also reduces your environmental impact – reducing the need for plastic packaging . It ’ s also a great way of getting the children involved in gardening and for children who dig their heels in when it comes to eating their greens , they may be more inclined to eat veggies at dinner time if they grew it themselves . You can grow plenty of different vegetables like carrots , potatoes and peppers , or fruits such as apples and berries right in your own English garden .
2 . Installing a water butt British people are all too accustomed with rain , and no one particularly enjoys it , but you can turn the negative into a positive by installing a water butt to collect rainfall . Manually watering a garden using a hose can actually lead to a considerable amount of water wastage due to it being difficult to measure the amount being used . Not only will a water butt cut down water usage , but it is hugely beneficial for plants too .
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