In the Garden

Click on the links below to read more about saving water in the garden, including how and when to water efficiently in your garden, how to install a rainwater tank and use greywater safely. Design a new garden, discover the most water efficient method of washing your car and caring for your swimming pool.

When to Water: Read about the best time of day to water your vegetable garden, pot plants and ornamental trees, and find out how to best maintain your irrigation equipment.

How Much to Water: Find out how much water your plants really need and how to test if your soil is drying out too much.

Watering Systems: Many parts of your garden have differing watering needs and require different approaches to watering. Read about the many different types of watering technologies and which is most appropriate for you.

Rainwater Tanks: Discover the benefits of using rainwater, how to choose a tank suitable for you and how to install it.

Greywater: All the water that comes out of the tap is top quality drinking water, but not all of the activities that we use water for around the house need drinkable water. Greywater is the used water from the bathroom, laundry and kitchen.

Garden Design: Thinking of designing a waterwise garden? Discover how to design a beautiful garden that uses only a small amount of water.

Pool and Spa: Swimming pools use a huge amount of water, but if they are designed well to use rainwater and protected with a Smart WaterMark pool cover they don't have to be wasteful. And remember, it is possible to enjoy water whilst not wasting it at the same time.

Car Washing: There are many ways to clean cars without using too much water. Waterless car washes through to high pressure low-flow cleaners, can help you clean and be efficient with your water use.

Approved Garden Products: Smart Approved WaterMark certifies a range of water efficient products for use in your garden.

Factsheets

Click on the links to download the factsheets below:

Saving Water with Rainwater Tanks(PDF, 638KB)

Connecting Your Rainwater Tank to the Home(PDF, 678KB)

How to Maintain Your Rainwater Tanks(PDF, 662KB)

Problems with your Rainwater Tank Pump(PDF, 333KB)

Factsheet Saving Water with Mulch(PDF, 834KB)

Water Efficient Carwashing(PDF, 536KB)

Water Efficient Pool Covers(PDF, 248KB)