Plants and the garden are forever the poster boys of water wastage when it comes to periods of low rainfall and water restrictions. While installing water butts are an obvious way to replace mains water, swapping hard landscaping for permeable surfaces can also help reduce run-off meaning that the soil is better able to absorb and store water. RAINFALL"We know that plants need water to survive but it’s often not as much as thought, as wasted water often disappears underground. Succulents such as sedums have fleshy leaves, which store water, allowing the plants to cope during periods of low rainfall. Using a watering can slows the flow when watering containers, meaning more water stays in the pot rather than running out the bottom.

Source: Irish Examiner July 04, 2021 09:56 UTC