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Outdoor water use accounts for nearly 20% of total home water use, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Adding drought-tolerant plants - plants that can survive a two- to three-month drought without supplemental watering - can significantly reduce the monthly water … [Read more...] about Save water with drought-tolerant plants

Perennials are great plants for filling up the garden, especially since one plant can often be divided into three or four after a year's growth. A one gallon perennial can cost $9 at a nursery, which adds up. Divide one perennial currently in the garden into three, and that's an … [Read more...] about Divide up your perennials for “free” new plants

Tubes from toilet tissue, wrapping paper or paper towels can be used as biodegradable seedling pots. For the more adventurous, newspaper can also be turned into little origami seedling pots, without the use of staples or glue. They are much cheaper than buying pots at a nursery, … [Read more...] about Raid the cabinet: use toilet tissue rolls and newspapers for vegetable gardening

Research and choose the right plants to save time and money on gardening. This holds true for both flowers, plants and vegetables. Some will grow well in certain geographical areas, while others won't. Do a bit of research before planting, and choose plants best suited for your … [Read more...] about Choose productive, easy-growing plants

Do a bit of yard surveillance before embarking on a new landscaping project. See what areas get full sun and which areas get a lot of shade. Then, plant accordingly. Group shade-seekers together and sun-lovers together. Keep plants that require a lot of water in one zone so water … [Read more...] about Landscape in zones, with a phased approach, to get the most bang for your buck