How to build a low-water garden: five decisions
Grouping plants by water need, drip irrigation and mulch: five decisions that halve the summer bill.
How much water a garden drinks is often decided on day one.
1. Group by water need
Lavender and hydrangea do not share a zone.
2. Shrink the lawn
Lawn only where you walk.
3. Drip
Water straight to the roots.
4. Mulch
5–8 cm keeps moisture in.
5. Two patient years
Then many Mediterranean plants look after themselves.
