A reasonable-sized garden with good soil and low-maintenance perennials needs 2–3 hours weekly. Tasks split into health (watering, pest control) and appearance (staking, deadheading, mulching, color editing).
Pinching removes the growing tip, forcing side shoots for bushier plants. Pinch spring/early-summer bloomers early in season; late-summer/fall bloomers cut back to 1 foot in late spring. Pinch mums by July for fall buds.
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Good watering is vital. Fixed systems (timer-connected) suit large gardens; portable (hoses, sprinklers, cans) are cheaper and movable. Invest in a quality hose: 4-ply, 5/8″ diameter, brass couplings. Brass/stainless sprinklers outlast plastic.
Soaker hoses and drip irrigation are most water-efficient—water seeps at soil level, minimizing evaporation. Lay when plants are small, cover with loose mulch.
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