Ways to create a beautiful garden with less effort
New Delhi: In today’s fast-paced life, many people dream of a beautiful garden, filled with colorful flowers and greenery. But regular watering, mowing and weeding is not possible for everyone. The good thing is that with a little planning and smart methods, you can create a garden that is not only beautiful to look at, but also requires less effort in maintenance. These tips can apply to everything from small balcony gardens to large home gardens.
It is essential to select plants and design keeping in mind the heat, drought and sometimes heavy rains in the Indian climate. Experienced gardeners and gardening experts say that there is no need for expensive plants or chemical fertilizers, just the right planning does the trick. By adopting these suggestions, your garden will not only become beautiful but will also be environment friendly. It will take some time in the beginning, but later the benefits will be manifold.
plant the right plants in the right place
Plant plants keeping in mind the sunlight, shade and soil conditions of the garden. Drought tolerant plants like bougainvillea, hibiscus, aloe vera, snake plant and ornamental grasses do best in the Indian climate. They survive well even in less water and look beautiful throughout the year. Planting a tree in the wrong place requires frequent maintenance.
Use Mulching and Ground Cover
Spreading a layer of dry leaves, straw or prepared mulch on the soil helps in maintaining moisture, reducing weeds growth and keeping the soil cool. Replace grass with low-maintenance ground covers such as clover or creeping plants. This eliminates the need for mowing the grass and makes the garden look neat.
Promote Hardscaping
Create a pathway, stone seating, gravel area or small patio. This reduces the areas of grass and soil that require more care. Hardscaping gives a modern and organized look to the garden. A beautiful corner can also be easily created by placing big pots or planters.
Plant densely and reduce lawn area
Plant the plants a little densely so that weeds do not get space. Minimize the area of the lawn as it requires the most care. Instead, plant perennials or evergreen shrubs that keep growing on their own and require less pruning.
Focus on native and drought tolerant plants
Choose native plants available in India such as neem, areca palm, lantana or portulaca. They survive well in local climates and require less water and fertilizer. Create natural shade by planting large trees or shrubs that will also benefit other plants.
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