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SPRING INTO ACTION – EVERY DROP COUNTS!

Smart, Water-Wise Gardening Starts Now

pring has sprung! As we wait for the Efficient watering is key this season.
summer rains, now’s the perfect time to Consider switching to drip irrigation – a simple
Sgive your garden a fresh start – without but powerful system that delivers water directly
wasting a single drop of water. to plant roots. It cuts down on waste, keeps your
Start with a springclean for your outdoor plants thriving and helps you stay ahead of the
spaces. Instead of reaching for the hose, grab a dry spells.
broom, rake or leaf blower for your paths, patios Thinking of planting? Choose water-wise,
and driveways. Got moss or weeds lingering indigenous species like Agapanthus, Gazanias
from winter? Use a moss killer or a ready-to-use and Golden Daisy bushes for your medium
herbicide instead of blasting them with a high- water hydrozone, and Aloes or Spekboom for
pressure washer. the low water hydrozone of the garden. These
plants bring vibrant colours throughout spring
and beyond, all while needing far less water.
To help your trees and larger shrubs soak
up every drop, dig shallow basins around them
on the edge of the drip zone – these catch
rainwater and guide it straight to the roots
instead of letting it run off.
Got a pool? Keep it covered when not in use
to dramatically reduce evaporation and save on
refilling. Better yet, harvest rainwater by fitting
your gutters with pipes or sleeves that channel
precious rain straight into tanks or your pool.
Don’t overlook the little things: collect cold
water while waiting for the hot water tap to
warm up. It’s ideal for watering your pot plants
– and it keeps clean water from going down the
drain.
Remember, every small step adds up. With
just a few simple changes, you can enjoy a lush,
vibrant garden this spring while doing your part
to protect our most precious resource – water.

Stay Water Wise.

Stay Informed.

Visit www.randwater.co.za/waterwise or follow
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gardening.