Gardens often get neglected during the winter months, and if you aren’t spending as much time outdoors, it’s easy to forget to do simple tasks. That’s why, when summer is on the way, it’s worth carrying out some chores before the hot weather hits. Not only is it easier to do garden work before it’s too hot, it can ensure your garden stays in good condition. Here are some things to add to your to-do list.
- Weed
Weeding is an extremely tedious chore. But if you leave it until mid-summer, it’s worse, as you are out kneeling in the heat and you’ll curse yourself for putting things off.
It’s worth learning to weed properly, and some techniques to use include:
- Using gardening gloves to pull out bigger weeds by hand
- Using a hoe to clear paths and borders
- Using weed killers for difficult areas such as the cracks of pavements
Weeding doesn’t mean spending hours in the garden getting sweaty and muddy, you just need the right tools and to get on with the job.
- Sort out the lawn
While summer can dry out the lawn, you can do a few things to stop it completely turning to straw. Firstly, don’t cut it too short, this will kill it off quicker. Set the blades to a longer length. Consider using turf that is drought-free and able to survive without constant watering, otherwise, water efficiently so you aren’t wasting resources. If all else fails, then astroturf may be the best option, as it’s almost maintenance free.
- Prune and get trees trimmed
Spring is a good time to focus on pruning. Overgrown shrubs and trees need more water, so if there’s a drought, they can die off faster and look a mess. It’s worth booking Assurance tree lopping and removal in Central Coast before the summer rush, getting your garden’s greenery ready for drier days. Getting dead shrubs and trees removed is especially important, as they can be dangerous in the summer when kids are playing outside.
- Clean your decking and patio
Over the winter, it’s easy for debris to gather in areas like your decking and patio, and they’re often covered in soil, broken plant pots or general garden junk. You can improve these areas by:
- Having a declutter – throw out junk, then replace chipped plant pots
- Giving them a sweep with a hard-bristled brush
- Using specialist cleaning products to get rid of dirt and grime
- Using a pressure washer to clean between gaps
During the summer months, you’ll use these areas a lot, so make sure they are clean and looking their best before the warm weather hits.
- Sort out your garden furniture
Even if your garden furniture has been safely stored in a shed or garage, it’ll no doubt be a bit damp and sad looking when it comes out. Dust and clean the plastic or metal frames and sponge clean or put the covers in the washing machine, depending on the instructions on the tag.
Your garden will be used a lot in the summer months, so make sure it’s looking as good as possible for those fun days and lazy evenings.
