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<p>Choosing the right plants for your landscape can transform your outdoor space into a beautiful haven. It may seem daunting, but with a bit of guidance, you can select plants that thrive and bring joy to your garden.</p><h2>Understand Your Climate</h2><p>The first step is to understand your local climate. Auckland, for instance, has a temperate climate with mild, wet winters and warm, humid summers. Knowing this helps you choose plants that will flourish in these conditions.</p><p>Research plants that are native to your region. Native plants are adapted to the local climate and soil, making them easier to care for.</p><figure id="figure-y7k35qw0efly3qxk13"><img id="y7k35qw0efly3qxk13" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/35dwpAQSAqeg3Lz5C3cDGEMIQAYl4LdotTXJlY3RqWdCVYgaWFLQjYz3PFfEeljO.jpg" alt="climate plants" title="climate plants" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/35dwpAQSAqeg3Lz5C3cDGEMIQAYl4LdotTXJlY3RqWdCVYgaWFLQjYz3PFfEeljO.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h3>Improving Soil Quality</h3><p>If your soil isn’t ideal, don’t worry. You can improve it by adding organic matter like compost. This enhances soil structure and provides nutrients for your plants.</p><figure id="figure-u2relr0lbly3qxkvy"><img id="u2relr0lbly3qxkvy" src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/8oHDAP1paSTvxlTBlWWcBNXnM9viItSsp3bGj6w4jaSPe6DfDhUMVVUcrZbWGc44.jpeg" alt="Young green plant sprouting from brown soil on nature background. Environmental concept." title="Young green plant sprouting from brown soil on nature background. Environmental concept." class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/15AWKE3sjAIeB9jIQivmlGQhMfEJ3HvcfzQu0ehFc6LxwCZ06XWTae8KfYNWSmX8.jpeg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h3>Creating Microclimates</h3><p>You can create microclimates in your garden by using structures or other plants to provide shade or wind protection. This allows you to grow a wider variety of plants.</p><figure id="figure-4ad47qefgly3qxm3v"><img id="4ad47qefgly3qxm3v" src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/cgZoDUzNI44hVQ3UCDPKmlJLnzrdv1FvIPOAheT3uHqtbr8Ci0Y2oLQtF3KJ2lVo.jpeg" alt="Newly planted tree at roadside, with three stakes to support it, single yellow car passing." title="Newly planted tree at roadside, with three stakes to support it, single yellow car passing." class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/28UcmyedRdioiKk8hWoxOUVoK33Vj6es7G6dvE8r48mBG7pj61xRMSsXzk9ogMqC.jpeg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><p>Select plants that provide interest throughout the year. This might include spring flowers, summer foliage, autumn colors, and winter berries.</p><p>By planning for seasonal interest, your garden will look attractive in every season.</p><figure id="figure-qsb6kqdrfly3qxnda"><img id="qsb6kqdrfly3qxnda" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1633524792793-8ac383fdf5df?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyNHx8c2Vhc29uYWwlMjBnYXJkZW58ZW58MHx8fHwxNzE5ODg0Njg0fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="seasonal garden" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1633524792793-8ac383fdf5df?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyNHx8c2Vhc29uYWwlMjBnYXJkZW58ZW58MHx8fHwxNzE5ODg0Njg0fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure><p>Group plants with similar water requirements together to make watering easier and more efficient.</p><p>Drought-tolerant plants are a good choice if you want to reduce water usage and maintenance.</p><figure id="figure-n3asd2md4ly3qxojw"><img id="n3asd2md4ly3qxojw" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1626014186581-449dfb459e15?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxOHx8d2F0ZXJpbmclMjBwbGFudHN8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzE5ODg0Njg2fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="watering plants" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1626014186581-449dfb459e15?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxOHx8d2F0ZXJpbmclMjBwbGFudHN8ZW58MHx8fHwxNzE5ODg0Njg2fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9;"></figure>

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