Shrubs as a landscaping
feature hold an extremely important place in many yards, and why not, they are
great for both the front and backyard to add additional privacy, style and curb
appeal (they make a great addition and attraction at places like fountains,
walkways, and other hardscapes). But just like any other plant, shrubs need
proper care and maintenance to maintain their appeal. Shrubs basically are small
to medium-sized woody plants, bigger than flower, but smaller than trees, and
can be less
than a foot tall or up to 15 feet tall and may be evergreen or deciduous
(shedding their leaves in the winter).
These plants will need
different care, which is what makes them unique to your landscaping. Here are a
few shrub maintenance tips from lawncare in Simpsonville providers:
Planting Shrubs- You need
to choose a shrub that will thrive in your climate and conditions. Carefully go
through all labels and instructions if any present with the shrub packet. Most
shrubs are able to live a long time with proper care at the right time. No
matter you are planting new shrubs or transplanting older shrubs to a different
area, you’ll want to make sure you’re doing so at the right time of year. For
the most part, the fall season is the best time to plant shrubs, as the plant
gets more time to grow before the winter season. However, it’s advisable that
you check with the specific shrub you’re looking to plant, as it can vary
slightly depending on type. It is advisable that you test the soil before
planting the shrubs to see if there are any deficiencies present in the land. If it is short of
nutrients, you can make up for that shortage by using the prescribed fertilizer.
Slow-release fertilizers can help solve the nitrogen deficiency.
Maintain Proper Feeding Habits- Do not feed fertilizers to newly planted shrubs. It is better that you
mulch the soil with compost, which will enrich the soil with micronutrients.
For older shrubs, you can add fertilizers based on the need of the plants.
Watering is extremely important, water the plants once in a week thoroughly. In
the fall season, water your shrubs before the first frost.
Pruning- Pruning needs to be done on
a regular basis to maintain the size and shape of the shrubs. Again, timing is
everything to successfully maintain your shrubs. The best time to prune depends
on the type of shrub you’ve planted. But spring is considered the ideal time to
prune your bushes.
Check For Pests- Pests are
a big problem for the shrubs, and your overall lawn. Get in touch with professionals
to remove the pests from your yard if you find any on the shrubs or plants.
Gardening Tools For Shrub-
The right equipment is necessary if you are planning on maintaining your shrubs
without the help of a pro, which includes a good pair of loppers, hand pruners,
hand trimmers and electric or gas trimmers to trim shrubs. Also, get a pair of
gardening gloves to protect your hands from cuts and scrapes, and invest in a pair
of quality pruning shears to get the right cut.
Implementing
proper shrub maintenance is always the key to keep the shrubs in your lawn
looking great. If you are short of time, let our professional lawn and
landscaping experts at Curb Appeal Lawn Care in Simpsonville help you take care
of the shrubs. Call us on 864-399-9185 for our yard care services.
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