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5 Ways to Conserve Water in Your Garden


Well Maintained Garden

As a property owner, you know the importance of regularly watering your landscape, regardless of the variety and species of plants. Water is essential for plants to absorb nutrients in the soil and helps convert UV light to energy in a process known as photosynthesis. However, if your garden is responsible for high water bills, you need to be more proactive towards reducing the water used in irrigation. Timber Ridge Tree Care is a trusted tree care company with extensive experience in landscaping. We can help you conserve water without compromising the health and quality of your garden. Here are some of the ways you can save water.

Water During the Evening

Watering during the evening can prove beneficial when it comes to conservation. Many tree service providers recommend watering in the evening when the temperatures are low, reducing the rate of evaporation. If you water in the morning or midday, you risk wasting a lot of water before the plants absorb enough, reflecting on your utility bills. However, watering your garden in the evening should be controlled to avoid excessive moisture that promotes mold growth.

Choose Drought-Tolerant Plants

While water is vital for the growth and development of all plants, some need less than others. We can recommend a few garden plants that can survive on a minimal amount of water, including chocolate daisy, blackfoot daisy, tripsacum, and evergreen sumac, to name a few. A tree care company can conduct a comprehensive inspection to determine if these plants can thrive on your premises so that you don’t have to waste water in your garden.

Build a Drainage System

Another effective solution to conserve water is by building a drainage system. If water collects in one area of the property, you may consider hiring a tree service to help construct a French drain to guide the water into the garden. Failing to address stagnant water can lead to waterlogged soils that are mushy and harmful to plants growing in that property area. Before attempting to build a drainage system, consult a professional to ensure it doesn’t damage or compromise curb appeal.

Add Mulch

Mulch is usually applied to the topsoil to give the plants sufficient nutrients for growth and development. Aside from providing nutrients, mulch also helps to conserve water, especially when the weather is hot. When you turn on the sprinkler system or it rains, mulch absorbs the water preventing it from evaporating. You only require a 2-inch layer of mulch to conserve water and maintain healthy greenery.

Install a Drip Irrigation System

You can install many types of irrigation systems to improve your watering efforts, but when it comes to water conservation, a drip irrigation system is a way to go. Research shows that this type of irrigation can save up to 50% of the water used in traditional watering systems without affecting the well-being of your plants.

Contact our team of professionals at Timber Ridge Tree Care and schedule an appointment with our tree care company to learn more about water conservation. We guarantee top-notch tree services at competitive market rates.

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