It is possible to be more organic and save money, plus not have to give up your favorite plants.
Consider capturing the rain - in barrels or even better a rainwater tank. In addition store grey water and recycle it into the garden.
You can collect approximately 675 gallons of rain off your roof from a single rain storm. Stored rain water supplies much needed moisture to your gardens during extreme dry spells where rationing is necessary.
Sure, it is more work and cost to set it up - but in the longer term you will be purchasing less water. If you are handy at DIY, then costs will be considerably less as labor is always the higher part of costs.
The obvious pathway to take is, of course, getting rid of all the chemicals and synthetic sprays etc from the garden shed.
Using naturally occurring pest controls such as neem oil and pyrethrum based controls are not only just as effective, but safer for the environment.
Using good compost and mulching is also basic good organic practice. Encouraging the 'good' bugs such as ladybugs is also handy, but difficult if you kill them off with sprays.
Nature has provided most plants, at least those that are appropriate for your region (natives), with strong immune systems so the less they are dependent on external aids the better those systems will work.
Being organic is not just about the plants and veggie patches of course. It is the whole environment of your yard.
Consider creating a habitat that encourages birds and frogs. Get a worm farm - good for the soil and you also get great fertilizer!
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