by Bill Schwab Grow the undemanding perennials that return for years without needing division. Clivia Lilies, Agapanthas, Margarite Daisies and Daylilies are the time-honored, timesaving troupers of the perennial border. They all give a lot of "bang for the buck", and keep on giving for years to come, with little maintenance or fuss. Group all the thirsty plants together near your water source. It's the most efficient way to conserve time and water. Put the right plant in the right place. Any plant demanding more than its fair share of time deserves the shovel solution. Is wisteria swallowing the house? Are shrubs blocking the windows? Do roses need constant chemical treatments to keep healthy? Move 'em or lose 'em; you don't have to stick with them-no matter how pretty-when they get out of control. Use large pots for your container gardens. The more soil your pots hold, the more food and water they hold. Save time looking for your most used tools by converting an old nightstand or chest of drawers into handy garden supply storage. You can keep it on your covered porch or patio. Spray paint and stencils are the quickest ways to transform old furniture. Add garden-theme hand tools as drawer pulls for instant charm. You'll have quick access to seeds and fertilizer, and hooks on the side can hold hand tools. Wooden clothespins are perfect for hanging gardening gloves up to dry. BACK >