If you want to reduce the amount of time you have to spend taking care of your garden area, here is some advice that you might want to follow.

Put an awning over your timber decking

Whilst a timber deck can be a very practical and attractive addition to a garden, it does require regular maintenance in order to stay in good condition. This is largely because, as the varnish on the decking degrades, the UV rays that hit the timber can cause it to fade, and the rainwater that lands on it can make it rot. To stop this from happening, most people periodically reapply fresh coats of varnish to their decks. Whilst this is effective at protecting the wood from damage, it is a tiring and time-consuming process.

If you have timber decking in your garden and you want to reduce the frequency with which you have to reapply varnish to it, you might want to invest in an awning that is made from a material which is both waterproof and UV-resistant. This will ensure that even after the varnish on the deck begins to wear off, the timber underneath this varnish will not be exposed to the damaging rainwater or UV light. As such, with an awning in place, you should be able to extend the length of time between the reapplications of the protective varnish.

Replace your real potted plants with artificial ones

Potted plants can give an otherwise dull-looking garden a wonderfully colourful and interesting appearance. However, they do need quite a bit of upkeep. They need to be watered and fertilised regularly, and in some cases, they may need to be pruned, too.

If you have some potted plants in your garden that you like, but which you don't have the time to maintain, you may want to consider replacing them with artificial potted plants. There are plenty of realistic-looking artificial plants available that require almost no maintenance. All you will need to do to keep them in good condition is wipe off any dust and dirt that lands on their leaves with a damp cloth.

If you decide to do this, it is important to make sure that the artificial plants you choose are made from materials that are suitable for outdoor environments, as indoor artificial plants are often made from less robust materials that may deteriorate if left outside for too long.