The hot weather can make or break your lawn this summer.
If you find that your lawn is a blue-ish gray color, or find that it’s prone to ‘footprinting’—having footprints fade after a full hour after they’ve been formed—these could be signs that your lawn is in desperate need of a makeover. When taken proper care of, your lawn can be the perfect place to relax, and enjoy the summer sun. Here are just a few ways you can improve your landscaping this summer, and transform it into the hot spot for your friends, family, and neighbors.
Add some bursts of color
Adding color is an easy and cheap way to spruce up your lawn. You can buy some flowers in vibrant reds, blues, and yellows.
Maybe some bright pots, if you don’t want to commit to a family of blooms.
To keep these plants fresh, water them during the coolest parts of the day such as early in the morning or after sundown.
Add a walkway
This can be an expensive or cheap project depending on how you go about it. Front walkways can improve your landscaping, and add a touch of personality to your lawn.
Not only can it visually perk up your space, but a walkway can also protect your grass during the dry summer months. Stepping on your entire lawn can lead to the already brittle grass breaking. But designating a walkway can preserve the integrity of the grass and leave you with a spotless yard. Some ideas of incorporating outdoor walkways include:
- Stepping stones
- Natural stone walkway
- Paver walkway
Add a water feature
If you live in an area that isn’t prone to droughts, installing a water feature creates a perfect focal point for your front or back yard.
Some things you must know about water features is that they come in a variety of styles from Versailles inspired fountains to small and calming waterfalls. You can find one that’s perfect for your space and budget. A water feature can provide some beautifully relaxing white noise, while you’re supervising the kids in the front or back yard.
Maintaining the grass
If you want to enhance your lawn, without worrying about adding all of the bells and whistles, the best way to keep your lawn looking fresh is maintaining your grass.
To keep your grass as lush as possible this summer, follow a few of these lawn repair tips for the warmer months.
- When mowing, don’t cut the grass too short. Longer grass retains moisture better, so you can use less water and still have a great looking lawn.
- Water early in the morning to avoid evaporation when the sun’s at its highest point in the sky. Between the hours of 6 AM and 10 AM are recommended.
- Feed your grass often. Try to aim for every six or seven weeks if you want your grass to impress even on those impossibly hot days.
Beautify your lawn this summer
Make your lawn the place to be this summer. By adding a few of these key features, you can drastically improve your landscaping and enjoy it far more than during the chilly winter months. Landscaping can be a way of celebrating your creativity and eye for design; however, if you’re struggling to piece together your vision, make sure to give the experts a call.
