Garden & Pond Top Tips

Select a proper site. The biggest mistake a landowner can make is to force a pond into a bad location. The watershed, soil type and availability of water are all crucial in determining how much maintenance you'll be doing in later years. For help on this one, you'll need professional advice. Contact us on 01462 734797, we'll be glad to help.

At imas, we will look after your entire garden, from your lawns to your beds and borders as if they are our very own. But if we can help you to look after your garden, this will save you money and help us provide a comprehensive service.

Tips for Beds and Borders

Spread a layer of mulch across the soil to lock in moisture. Bark chippings, leaf mould and cocoa shell are ideal. These can be applied at any time of the year, but are best after planting in the autumn or after tidying beds in spring.

Dig compost, leaf mould or well-rotted manure into the soil to help it hold onto moisture for longer.

Choose plants that naturally tolerate dry soil. Grey-leaved plants, such as lavender, santolina and stachys are particularly good at retaining moisture in their foliage and like dry soil. Drought-resistant plants, such as cistus, are very good on sandy soils. .

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Garden & Pond Top Tips

At imas, we will look after your entire garden, from your lawns to your beds and borders as if they are our very own. But if we can help you to look after your garden, this will save you money and help us provide a comprehensive service.

Tips for Beds and Borders