Low Maintenance Plants

Choosing the Right Low Maintenance Plants

The key to a successful low maintenance garden lies in plant choice and placement. Evergreen shrubs and low maintenance green plants form the backbone of easy care borders, holding their shape and colour without frequent trimming. Drought tolerant plants suit sunny positions and free draining soils, while hardy perennials return year after year with little more than an annual tidy.
For containers, compact shrubs, grasses and tough perennials are ideal low maintenance outdoor potted plants all year, coping well with limited root space and infrequent watering. If the aim is a true no maintenance plants approach, ground cover plants and slow growing varieties help suppress weeds and reduce the need for pruning. Many of these plants are also resilient to pests and disease, making them especially suitable for newer gardeners or those wanting reliable results without specialist knowledge.

Creating a Low Maintenance Garden That Lasts

Design plays a big role in reducing garden chores. Repeating the same low care plants through borders creates a cohesive look that is easier to manage. Mulching with bark, gravel or compost helps lock in moisture and cut down on weeds, while choosing plants suited to the site reduces ongoing intervention. Mediterranean style plants, ornamental grasses and hardy evergreens all contribute to a no maintenance garden feel when used thoughtfully.