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native plants will grow virtually in any soil and also require very little water
cover the garden bed with a big layer of mulch to keep the moisture in the soil as well as reducing the number of weeds
in a small garden, plant dwarf versions if possible, to create the effect that the garden is bigger than it really is
only have flowering pot plants when you have the time to water them regularly
if you rely on rain water only, buy plants which you do not have to water much ( such as natives )
only have lawn if you enjoy mowing, if you don't want too much lawn put pebbles, pavers or blue metal dust¹ in the garden
natives are wonderful, because they will attract a lot of native birds in your garden
natives will grow really well as they are in their natural environment
grow your own vegetables and fruit like lettuce and tomatoes in the white styrofoam boxes, they will grow fast and have a unique taste, as well as saving you money.

¹ Blue metal dust will become almost as hard as concrete when rolled