1. Keep the garden tidy
A weekly tidy-up prevents pests and weeds and lets plants grow better.
2. Use plants suited to the climate
Lavender, rosemary, oleander, African daisy or gazania take the sun and ask for little. See more in the plant finder.
3. Drip irrigation at dawn
Automatic irrigation set for the morning saves water and prevents leaf scorch.
4. Prune at the right time
In winter or late summer. Never in great heat or frost.
5. Fertilise by season
In spring and autumn, compost or organic fertiliser. It improves flowering and growth.
6. Protect against wind and salt
Near the sea, choose hardy species and use hedges as windbreaks.
7. Control pests naturally
Neem oil, potassium soap or organic insecticides. Check the leaves every week.
8. Pots with good drainage
With drainage holes and light compost so they don't get waterlogged.
9. Plan by season
Spring: sow and fertilise. Summer: water and watch for pests. Autumn: prune and plant. Winter: protect and repair the irrigation. You'll find month-by-month detail in our lawn guide.
10. Call a professional for the hard jobs
Pruning tall trees, automatic irrigation or a full design turn out better in expert hands. Ask us for a quote, no obligation.
Frequently asked questions
What should you do in the garden in autumn?
It's the best time to plant and sow lawns. It's also time to prune dead branches, fertilise and cut back watering.
Which plants need the least care in Tarragona?
Mediterranean ones: lavender, rosemary, santolina, gazania or pittosporum. They take the sun and need little water once established.
