Those metal or terracotta pots will look pretty in your garden, but they can cost you a lot in water. Metal pots draw water away from the soil, and water can seep from terracotta pots. If you really need those pots, consider using them as ornamental ones only.
The Micro Gardener recommends placing plants in nonporous pots first before you place them into the ornamental ones.
Replace your lawn to save on water
Your lawn is the pride and joy of your yard, but it’s one of the biggest users of water in it. About 15% of a household’s total water use is on their lawn alone. If you’re looking to cut back on water use, your lawn will be at the top of your list.
One great way of cutting those costs at a single stroke is to install an artificial lawn. Modern artificial lawns look just as good as the real thing, and without the effort of a real one. They’re also resistant to frost and the sun, meaning they take almost zero effort to care for. If you want to be totally environmentally friendly, you can even buy recycled artificial lawns. What can be better for the planet than that?
