So, you’ve bought a home that comes with a lot of surrounding land or has a large garden. The possibilities are endless with such a vast blank slate but if you are like most people, you may feel intimidated at how you are going to care for such a large patch of greenery.
In short, maintenance is key but there are some other steps that can help you ensure that your garden flourishes and which will also save you time and money in the long term.
Want to learn more about that? Read on!
Plan Your Garden Layout
Firstly, for low-maintenance garden care (even with a huge garden), you need to consider planning. You should aim to keep both beauty and practicality in mind and so, consider looking at how the sunlight hits your garden and group plants based on how much sun they need.
Look at the terrain; for mowing large patches of land, Cub Cadet riding lawnmowers are a godsend and can handle land that is not flat. To help break up your garden, try to use pathways, raised beds or patio. This can create easier navigation and can allow you to break down the areas that need upkeep.
Plants!
If you want a garden that is easy to care for, you don’t want to buy plants that will need a lot of pruning or care. So, try native plants to your region, as these are usually resistant to garden pests and diseases. Options like daylilies, ornamental grasses and lavender are hardy, and can thrive in poorer soil and with less water.
Automate Watering and Irrigation
A huge part of caring for a large garden is going to be linked to making sure that all of the plants and greenery get enough water. Instead of doing this manually, install an automatic irrigation system, as this will reduce both the time and the effort needed to keep your plants hydrated.
There are different irrigation systems, so do some research into which will be best for the different plants and their watering frequency.
Mulch
Mulching is a practical step for large gardens, as it helps the soil to retain moisture and also prevents weeds. This is perfect if you are trying to maintain a large garden in the summer, and you haven’t had the irrigation system installed yet!
Try to get organic mulches, like straw, wood chips, or even grass trimmings, as these will break down and help to build up the nutrients in the soil.
Set Up a Routine
As is the way with most things, it is best to keep up your garden care by setting up a routine. Set aside days for either you or someone in your family to do the general upkeep tasks, such as pruning dead branches, checking for pests, and making sure that all of the plants are watered. By breaking up the tasks, the maintenance will feel less overwhelming and your large garden will look great.
Of course, the garden tasks will vary by season, so make sure you are aware of the needs of your outdoor space across the year to keep the greenery happy and easy to care for.
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