Summer is in full swing, and you've noticed that the hot
summer sun and backyard activities are starting to take a toll on your lawn. No
worries; you can protect your lawn from summer abuse by following a few helpful
tips; here they are!
Mulch – If you
have flower beds or rock gardens at the edge of your lawn, make sure you use
plenty of mulch to seal in those edges. The hot sun will cause the soil to lose
its moisture, especially near the edges where the soil is less protected by the
grass. In order to keep the edges of your lawn from drying out, keep them lined
with mulch. Mulch is a great insulator and can protect the soil from losing
precious nutrients.
Sprinkler Timer –
During the summer, it is crucial that your plants get an adequate amount of
water to keep their cells hydrated. You’ll know if your grass is dehydrated,
because it will start turning a hint of blue, and it won’t bounce back as easily
when you step on it, since the cell walls will have lost their rigidity. You don’t
want to accidentally forget to water your lawn, so invest in an
automatic sprinkler system. If you already have a sprinkler system, you can
simply attach a timer to your spigot. After you've done this, you don’t have to
worry about your lawn going thirsty.
Keep Pets Away –
As difficult as this may seem, it is incredibly important to keep doggies from
doing their do on the lawn. When dogs urinate on the lawn, especially in the
same spot, their urine can actually kill the grass. Do you have brown, dead
spots appearing in your grass in seemingly random places? This is from Fido.
Don’t Over Fertilize –
Fertilizer is good, right? Well, yes, but in moderation. If you over fertilize
your lawn, you can actually kill it. You’ll get brown dead spots, similar to the
ones Fido is creating, when you over fertilize your lawn. Only fertilize once
or twice a year.
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