Hosepipe band have been brought into force across large parts of the UK, with the South West and South East bearing the brunt so far. Despite recent heavy rain, the UK's water reserves remain low and there are fears more bans will be brought into force as the weather remains hot and dry throughout July and August.
Nat White, Head of Brand Communications from Rated People said: “This summer has been a particularly hot one in the UK, and we’ve seen extended periods of hot weather and little rainfall. It’s no surprise that we’re being asked to decrease our water usage and steer clear of using hosepipes in gardens.
"Although this may be daunting to those who take pride in their gardens, we’ve put together our top tips to make sure your garden and plants are still well cared for from the very beginning of the ban.”
