25 Ways to Have a Dry Garden for Your Home to Conserve Water Mulching Techniques Mulching retains soil moisture and reduces the need for frequent watering. Use straw or wood chips in vegetable gardens. Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26