5 TOP TIPS TO SAVE WATER IN YOUR GARDEN:

1. Plant a Tree

By planting 1,2 or even 3 trees in your garden it will reduce levels of C02, increase evaporation of water and help to provide areas of shade and shelter.

2. Let your lawn grow.

You might not need to cut your grass as much as you think! Cutting your grass to 3 inches or longer improves lawn health & reduces water runoff. By letting your lawn grow you are also helping increase biodiversity in your garden. Look out for more ladybirds, butterflies and bees!

3. Get a water butt

Capture rainwater into tanks for use around the garden. Use the collected water for watering plants, car washing or toilet flushing. A water butt is very cheap to buy, costing on average around £30 for a 200 Litre butt and saves you money on your water bills in the long run, as well as helping the environment.. it is a huge win!

4. Plants plants plants!

Plants in your garden will help to store rainwater, increase evaporation & transpiration, so the more planting you can get into your garden the better. Also by choosing the right plant for the right condition will help you on watering too. If you know a plant needs water-logged soil, make sure you aren’t planting it in dry sandy/gritty soils.

5. Build Your Own Rain Garden!

Help to reduce flooding by planting your own rain garden. If you are feeling a bit more adventurous why not try building your own rain garden right on your doorstep!? This will allow you introduce a wide range of plants (perennials) in the garden, whilst also attracting birds and insects.

To find a step by step guide of how to get started: Visit: rhs.org.uk/ advice/rain-garden

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