Spring is the ideal time to
start preparing your lawn, when an initial clearance of debris is required
after the winter. The pH level of the soil is also likely to be affected during
winter. The effects of the cold will have compacted and hardened the soil and
made conditions conducive to weed growth, and promote bare patches and other invasive
plants, making it even more important to clean, fertilize and mow the lawn
early in the summer season.
In a house, a lawn (a healthy
one at that) is one of the primary features that improves the appearance of the
house, enhances its beauty, increases conveniences and usefulness, thus adding
monetary value to the property. However, the lawn also offers a perfect setting
for a flower bed, a border, shrubbery, or specimen tree or a flowering shrub.
Although grass is one of the hardiest perennial herbs, but it isn’t difficult
to keep your yard well-maintained provided one takes the necessary care. Here
are some grass maintenance tips for you:
Preparing your Yard- If you
take good care of your grass, a decent raking in the spring months, along with
the removal of any debris, is more than enough. However, any problems brought
on by winter should be addressed right away, as it can stress the yard, making
it susceptible to diseases. Common problems include uneven ground (can cause
poor drainage leading to poor grass growth), densely populated areas of soil,
or soil compaction (can be remedied by using an aerator that removes small
plugs of soil from your yard, leaving space for new grass to grow and thrive),
etc.
Plant Seeds in Spring- You might
encounter patches of bare grass, and correcting this is a worthwhile exercise
on your part. Evaluate the conditions and pH of the soil if possible, to find
out why grass was unable to grow there in the first place. Address and correct
the balance by getting the soil tested, which will ensure a green patch where it
was brown before. Choose a seed best suited to your climate, position and
sunlight available, and roughly calculate the area you intend to sow. Don’t
ignore the grass once you’ve sown it, it is essential to water regularly, and
use a slow release, low nitrogen product.
Lawn Mowing, Simpsonville-
Mowing the lawn goes beyond simply moving the machine over the grass. The
frequency with which you mow, and how much you cut off are both vital factors
to consider. Cutting the grass too short may seem like a good idea as it will
reduce the number of times you need to mow, but it can be harmful to your yard
down the road. Constantly mowing too short can remove nutrient supplies the
grass depends on which is stored in the leaf blades, and can expose the soil to
sunlight, allowing weeds to take over more easily, as against taller grass that
is better positioned to ward off initial weed growth because of a larger root
system and higher tolerance for the head.
Maintain your Garden Equipment- It’s advisable that you put in some time and effort in maintaining and
preserving your garden equipment, such as a gasoline powered lawn mower- you
should definitely invest in its upkeep as it is an extensive piece of
equipment. Other equipment that should be taken care of includes hand worked
tools like spades and shears, electric equipment like trimmers, etc.
Remember that 75% of the
beauty of a garden depends on a properly maintained lawn. If a lawn is not
properly maintained, it will get useless within no time. Following and implementing
these tips will help you achieve a very attractive, level and healthy lawn.
For
professional yard care services, reach out to Curb Appeal Lawn Care in Simpsonville, SC on 864-399-9185.
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