Here you will find out what how to start a drought tolerant garden and which flowers would suit it best.

1. Having a Drought Tolerant
Garden

2. With the climate changes nowadays, and the future possibilities of hotter and
drier summers, it becomes very important for gardeners to adjust and plant
accordingly. Therefore, many prefer to turn their garden to a drought tolerant
one.
As a matter of fact, in some regions in Australia having a drought tolerant
garden makes it easier for the gardeners to take care of it. Moreover, even if
you live in a moist climate environment, there might be a part of your garden
which is drier than you think, making heat resistant plants preferable.

3. How to Have a Drought Tolerant
Garden
Plan
Just like any other project, starting a garden also requires good planning. Draw
a plan of the garden and consider issues such as space, soil conditions and the
amount of natural light available. Don’t worry if there is no shade around,
because drought tolerant plants can handle direct sunlight.

4. Group
It is a good idea to group plants with similar cultural requirements. For example,
have all drought-favouring plants in one place, which can be the “low-watering”
zone of your garden.

5. Watering
Water the plants wisely. Do it immediately when you plant them and then, it is
better to rely mainly on the rainwater. In case there isn’t much rainfall, every
now and then you should water the plants in the morning, before the heat. Drip
irrigation and soaker hoses are very effective methods for the purpose.

6. Mulch
Mulching is necessary not only for suppressing weeds, but also to keep the
plants moist. Shredded leaves, pine bark and gravel are ideal. You won’t need
more than 5-6 cm layer of mulch to keep your plants happy.

7. Drought Tolerant Plants
Blanket Flower
The gaillardia is a tough prairie plant,
which will bloom all summer long. It feels
best in well-drained soil and under full
sun exposure.

8. Meadow Sage
The pretty, violet-blue flowers of this
plant will attract many butterflies and
hummingbirds to your backyard. You
can enjoy them in your garden from mid-
summer to early autumn.

9. Lavender
The lavender might be one of the best
drought tolerant plants ever. It’s
beautiful, it smell nice and it is very
hard to kill. Moreover, you can dry it
and use it as a decoration, for crafts or
even for cooking.

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