Low maintenance garden ideas: 28 stylish ways to create an easy-care plot

Not got the time for lengthy gardening jobs? Then these low maintenance garden ideas are just what you need. 

Sometimes, keeping your garden design looking tip-top can feel daunting – most of us are busy enough as it is without tons of outdoor chores. But with a few tips and tricks, a low maintenance garden is a simple goal to achieve. And don't think that style has to be sacrificed for an easier gardening life – from fuss-free paving to gorgeous containers and furniture, your plot can still look the part without all the work.

As Sarah Squire, Chairman of Squire's Garden Centres says, 'We all lead busy lives, so it's no surprise that people sometimes feel that they don’t have enough time for gardening. However, there are lots of things you can do to make life easier for yourself in the garden.' 

These low maintenance garden ideas will help you to spend more time relaxing, rather than working, in your plot. And, they look fantastic, too. 

By Holly Crossley, Sarah Giles