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5 Landscape Maintenance Tips From A Pro
With the recent warmer climate, it's natural to consider spending more time outside! Whether you'll be hosting, grilling, or simply resting in the sunshine, the experts at A Greener Tomorrow recommend that now is the time to undertake some spring cleaning and garden upkeep. A little more work in the spring will help reduce weed growth, improve soil conditions, and jumpstart your plants.
We understand that landscape maintenance is a timely task and its always good to have some handy tips.
Landscape Maintenance Tips
Even after a mild winter, your yard will require considerable work, and the following are a few tips to ensure your landscape is always well-maintained:Clean Out the Area Completely
Clear any accumulations of debris from the winter, such as dry grass, leaf litter, fallen tree branches, and other such waste. Thoroughly sweep the yard and tidy up flowerbeds and gardens, getting rid of trash and decaying vegetation. Clearing debris improves airflow and sunlight exposure while inhibiting the formation of molds and germs, which can hurt your plants and bug infestations.Application of Pre-Emergents & Fertilizers
Allow your landscaping pros to utilize pre-emergent to reduce weed growth immediately, making it much easier to manage them during the summer. This spray helps prevent annual grassy weeds, including crabgrass and goosegrass, from growing in your yard while also providing critical nutrients for a healthy springtime start-up. Spot-treating broadleaf weeds is also a good idea if they are present.Aerate your Yard
As time passes by, the soil in your yard will gradually compress, making it very difficult for it to receive air and moisture. This makes it challenging for new grass to grow correctly. Aeration loosens the soil, allowing for improved water absorption and soil penetration. The most effective procedure is core aeration, which involves the removal of a small plug of soil. This is way more effective than standard spike aeration, which does nothing more than disturb the soil.Pruning and Trimming Plants
Spring is an excellent time to cut and trim vegetation, promoting new, steady growth and removing old foliage. Consider removing damaged or diseased plant components by cutting off areas or even the complete top, based on the type of plant. Make necessary pruning cuts to shrubs and stimulate new development using individual branches.When it comes to pruning your plants, you must exercise caution. In warmer temperatures, fresh cuts may invite bugs and disease. It's critical to keep in mind that pruning rules differ according to the species of shrub or plant, as well as the local environment. If you're unsure when or how to trim your plantings, the best course of action is to see a professional.
Planting & Mulching
Assess the soil's quality, amending it as necessary with nutrients, and plant any newer shrubs that demand spring sowing—compost as needed and cover the newly planted areas to protect them. Additionally, now is an excellent time to seed any barren places in your yard. However, a word of caution: if you're performing pre-emergent weed control, you should avoid seeding. Get in touch with professional landscapers as they provide you with additional details on maintenance.For more information on landscape maintenance tips, get in touch with A Greener Tomorrow via this Online Form, or give us a call at 310-915-0722, and we will get back to you shortly.
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