Low-Maintenance Garden Secrets
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Low-Maintenance Garden Secrets

January 22, 2024
5 min read
Raj Patel

Who says gorgeous gardens require constant work? These strategies will help you create stunning outdoor spaces that demand minimal upkeep.

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Replace high-maintenance annuals with perennial flowering shrubs like lavender and rosemary. They come back year after year and need little beyond occasional pruning.

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Automated irrigation systems with smart controllers adjust watering based on weather forecasts. Some even learn your garden's needs over time.

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Use ground covers like creeping thyme instead of grass in low-traffic areas. They suppress weeds, never need mowing, and many bloom beautifully.

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Hardscape features like stone pathways and decorative gravel beds add visual interest without any maintenance beyond occasional sweeping.