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<p>Water in the early morning or later in the evening when the sun is going down, this will reduce evaporation which means more water is absorbed into the soil. For more tips on caring for your garden during dryer months please visit - <a href="https://www.rhs.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.rhs.org.uk/</a></p>

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<p>Rain water is full of nutrients which are great for your plants, and it is free. Order your discounted water butt here</p><p><a href="https://www.savewatersavemoney.co.uk/portsmouth/products/garden" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to order your discounted water butt</a></p>

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<p>It is ok to let your lawn go brown over the dryer months</p><p>It will bounce back once it rains. For some tips for caring for your lawn in dryer weather please visit - <a href="https://www.rhs.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.rhs.org.uk/</a></p>

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<p>A running hose or sprinkler can use 1000 litres of water an hour that’s the equivalent of 500 big bottles of fizzy. Make the switch to a watering can instead as they use significantly less water. </p>

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<p>If you are using a pool to keep cool this summer – top it up rather than emptying it out, re-use the water on your garden plants. Adding a cover overnight will keep the water cleaner for longer</p>

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<p>Be proud of your dirty car – you are doing your bit to leave more water in the environment. If you do need to wash it, try using a bucket a sponge rather than a hose, or even just give the windscreen a quick clean.</p>

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