Due to the increasingly scarce rainfall, many people choose to have a low maintenance garden. These types of gardens are also very suitable for those who do not have much time to dedicate to this corner of the home, but who in turn want to have a beautiful green area without having to worry about their plants being affected by pests or diseases.
When designing the garden, it is likely that we go to a nursery and do not know what low maintenance ornamental plantsor we can meet.
And there are many, and it can be difficult for us to choose those that will be part of the garden. So that, let’s see what types there are:
trees
While treesespecially if they are young, they require more or less high humidity depending on their place of origin, there are many that can be used to decorate a low-maintenance garden. For example:
- European oils
- Pink garnet
- Almond
- Prunus pissardii
- Melia sourach
Shrubbery
The shrubbery They are the one type of plant that should not be missing in any garden, and less if it is a low-maintenance one. Its flowers will add color to the place, making it look very beautiful. Some of the most recommended are:
- A little viburnum
- Pistachio lentiscus
- Lantana camara
- Euonymus japonicus
Cactus and succulent plants
The cactus and succulent plants They have always been considered exceptional plants to have in any garden, due to their adaptability and resistance. However, there are species that are more suitable for xero-gardens than others, which are:
- opuntia indica
- Echinocactus grusonii
- Ferocactus latispinus
- portulaca grandiflora
- Senecio mandreliscus
Aromatic plants
Our aromatic plants They are perfect to have on the balcony or terrace, but also in gardens where they have a lot of light. We recommend the following:
- Lavandula angustifolia
- Mentha x piperite
- Common thyme
- Route graveolens
- Rosemary officinalis
What do you think of these plants? Do you have any in your garden?
