According to businesswire.com, 81% of American households maintain backyards, and the most common thing to see is lawns. Admittedly, not every household maintains its lawns as expected. This produces brown patches, insect infestation, and other elements that destroy the beauty of a yard. On that note, below are some ideas for maintaining your yard.
- Address the appearance of weeds early
Weeds are problematic plants in gardens and lawns that compete for water and nutrients. They are aggressive, invasive, and irritating to deal with. Therefore, if you ignore them when they appear, the possibility of rapid invasion can happen. Experts say the earlier you deal with weeds, the better the outcome.
Moreover, matured weeds tend to have strong roots, making it harder to uproot from the soil. On the other hand, young weeds are easier to pull out because they are usually moist at the roots. Again, the roots are still in the early stages of hardening. Horticulturists also say aggressive weeds are more common during summer and daylight hours. Therefore, it is better to be on the lookout for them before they get out of hand. A yard full of weeds takes away from the visual appeal. It can also make the homeowner appear unconcerned about the grounds.
- Keep pests away
Unwanted pests like bugs and other insects can be problematic in the yard. The combination of humid soil, heat, and dirt attracts these insects to the yard. Moreover, when the soil water content is higher than usual, or there are puddles of water due to uneven ground, the chances of mosquitoes breeding are increased. In that case, find mosquito control services to keep these insects at bay.
- Have the right tools
Access to the right yard work tools can influence its overall look. For example, if you have to prune the backyard, the right tools can minimize work intensity compared to using the wrong type. Apart from having the right tools, ensuring they are in good shape is equally necessary. If your secateurs are blunt, you might end up using ten minutes attending to every single shrub. Indeed, that can be a waste of time and resources.
Moreover, manufacturers of agricultural tools have improved upon tools and accessories over the years. That is why modern knee pads meant for yard work have been enhanced to provide comfort and ease for working in the yard. Additionally, if you have sharp-edged trowels, they are easier to use for yard work than bent-edged ones. The objective here is to know your tools and to use the appropriate ones for specific backyard chores.
- Consider different plants for different seasons
No two plants have the same physiology and, as expected of all living things, have peculiarities that help in their identification and other classifications. More so, plants have different defense mechanisms. This makes them susceptible to the weather when the wrong flora is planted in an unfavorable season.
For this reason, you will find it useful to match your backyard flora to the season. For example, during Spring, the New England Aster, Sweet Pea, Hydrangea, and Pansy are more suitable than the Evolvulus, a summer plant. Knowing this piece of information can contribute to the beautification of your yard. In other words, you wouldn’t have dying plants on your grounds because they are not ideal for the current weather.