6 Secrets for Stress-free Gardening

Xeriscaping

Any gardener with little time to fuss over needy plants should embrace xeriscaping. The idea behind the practice is creating a lawn or garden that saves time and water. Look for drought-tolerant alternatives to thirsty plants and cluster plants with similar water needs together. Three to four inches of mulch reduces evaporation, keeps soils cool, and cuts down on weeding. Learn to make peace with a wilder garden style. It's more natural and takes much less work than the clipped and cleaned-up look.