In the Garden

Plant selector program

The plant selector program on the savewater website helps you choose the right plants for your garden.

You select the part of Australia you live in and the type of plant you’re looking for (eg. grasses, large trees, climbers), and the program finds plants for you.

You can also add extra search criteria such as soil type, foliage type, growing environment and flowering season.

Drought tolerant plants list

The plants are divided into different garden styles, you’ll be surprised at how versatile drought tolerant plants can be.

The water neutral pool

The Swimming Pool and Spa Association has put together information on how to make your pool or spa water neutral.

This page outlines how to create a water neutral pool, and includes a video from the Garden Guru’s tv show, and information on how to get your pool accredited.

Saving water around the pool

This page has simple tips on how to minimise the amount of water used in your pool.

It includes information on the types of pool covers available, and how your behaviour can affect how much ‘topping up’ your pool needs.

Washing Your Car

Washing your car at a commercial car wash can be very water efficient, but there are things you can do at home to keep your car sparkling without using much water.

This page has tips on washing your car at home and explains the commercial car wash scheme.