7 ways to help your garden survive the next heatwave

1. Harvest every drop of rain: Install water butts, rainwater tanks or linked storage systems so winter rain is available during dry
2. Water smarter, not more: Use drip irrigation or soaker hoses to deliver water directly to plant roots, reducing waste and saving time.
3. Improve your soil: Add organic matter and mulch to increase moisture retention and keep roots cooler.
4. Reduce thirsty lawn areas: Replace struggling grass with drought-tolerant planting, wildflower areas or permeable gravel where appropriate.
5. Choose climate-resilient planting: Select trees, shrubs and perennials that can cope with hotter, drier summers while still looking beautiful.
6. Capture and reuse greywater: Explore safe ways to reuse household water (where appropriate and compliant with local guidance) to reduce reliance on mains water.
7. Create natural shade and cooling: Plant trees, install pergolas or use strategic planting to protect vulnerable plants and reduce ground temperatures.

Not sure where to start?

Get in touch with Charles to discuss how we can help your garden cope with hotter, drier summers while reducing water use and future maintenance.