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Outdoor Tips
 Professional gardeners have always valued fall for planting trees
and shrubs, seeding lawns and setting out spring bulbs such as tulips
and daffodils.
- Autumn is perfect for gardening. The typically cool temperatures
reduce stress on gardens and gardeners alike! Plan your fall planting
using the principles of water-wise gardening!
- Reduce areas of thirsty turf grass by adding more mulched beds. Mulch
not only helps plants retain moisture, but cuts down on weeds and
keeps plants cool!
- Add organic materials, like compost, to planted beds to improve water
and air holding capacities.
- Choose plants native to our area. They have lower water requirements,
fewer pest problems and need less fertilizer than non-native plants.
- Plan your landscape for the most efficient water use by grouping
plants with similar watering needs.
- Keep areas clear of weeds that will compete with your plants for
water.
- Use these tips, and you'll be Saving Today's Water for Tomorrow's
Hampton Roads!
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