A low-maintenance garden is designed to require minimal upkeep, making gardening easier and less time-consuming for the owner. It typically includes the use of drought-tolerant plants, perennials that need little care, and mulching to suppress weeds and retain soil moisture. This type of garden often incorporates smart landscaping techniques such as grouping plants with similar water and sunlight needs, to create an aesthetically pleasing outdoor space with reduced need for regular watering, pruning, or fertilizing.