The great thing about a Trulawn is that you don’t need to spend ages looking after it. Every once in a while it likes a good brush to keep the grass vertical but it won’t get muddy, go brown or die like a natural lawn. If you’re looking for plants that are similarly low maintenance then we’ve got some great suggestions:
Plants to Look For:
Shrubs – You’d be amazed at how many varieties of shrub there and how many different colours. There is something for everyone out there, whether you like delicate flowers or big bold leaves. Lavender and heather are two of the most popular and low maintenance shrubs out there.
Ferns – These do best in shaded areas or in between rocks. A collection of dwarf varieties can look quite attractive next to each other, and can be a welcome companion of green next to your Trulawn during the winter months.
Bulbs – Plant them and they appear like clockwork every year. It seems like there is no kind of weather or soil that can keep a daffodil down, so if you want reliable, attractive flowers to pop up plant a bulb or two. Crocus’ are also great for multiplying if you want to fill in an area with flowers.
Succulents – Have you got a cactus that you always forget to water but is still magically alive? That’s because succulents are hardy plants, often found in drought and desert regions. These can be left to their own devices with no problem. (Note. Some succulents are poisonous to animals, or have spines, so ask your local garden centre before making a purchase)
Plants to Think Twice About:
Roses – beautiful but temperamental, if you want roses that thrive you really have to put the work in pruning and making sure they have the right type of soil.
Rhododendrons – if left unchecked they will overtake your whole garden. Whilst they can have pretty flowers, they are aggressive plants that knock the life out of the rest of what’s growing.
Ivy – this is a contentious one. Whilst evergreen and low maintenance, if you leave it to go wild growing on fences and walls it can do damage to your property. It is particularly stubborn to remove so be careful when planting. Good for dangling outside hanging baskets.
Chrysanthemums – these are confusingly quite a hardy plant but do require a bit of care. They are susceptible to aphids and plant diseases and also require disbudding and cutting back over winter. Great for if you want to make your own floral bunch to give to someone though.
