GARDEN
GARDEN
simply too thirsty. Xeriscaping is the practice of gardening with slow growing, drought tolerant plants that need less water once established. Consider replacing water heavy pockets with heat loving alternatives such as aloes, crassulas, and vygies. You do not need to change the whole garden. Start with“ gaps” where plants struggle every summer.
“ When you manage water wisely and protect the soil, the garden stays inviting right through to autumn.”
Weeding in mid summer:
Weeding in mid summer: Weeding in mid summer needs to be fast, frequent and strategic. Weeds compete directly with your plants for water and nutrients, and in warm conditions they set seed quickly, turning a small problem into a recurring one. If weeds have flowered or seeded, avoid putting them on the
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