A Beginner’s Guide to Maintaining Garden Health
It takes a lot of effort and the right tools to maintain a beautiful garden. Here at Rivera's Machinery, Inc., we know a thing or two about lawn care. We’re just as enthusiastic about beautiful lawns and gardens as our customers are, which is why we want to make sure that you’ve all the information you need to keep your lawn and garden healthy. Read on to learn more, and if you’re interested in checking out our selection of lawn care equipment, feel free to get in touch with us at our dealership in Donna, Texas.
Get Rid of Weed
Weeds suck up vital nutrients that your grass needs to stay healthy. The best way to manage weeds is to get them under control while they’re still growing. You can start by managing the number of weed seeds in your garden to make sure the situation is kept under control. Dig up weeds at the root, preferably before they start spreading, or use herbicides that are targeted to the specific types of weeds that have invaded your lawn. Mow your lawn at around 3.5’’ to prevent excess weed growth.
Water Your Plants
To get a lush, green garden, it’s important to water your yard at regular intervals, according to the type of grass or plant you’ve grown. To avoid standing water and bad drainage, aim to water your lawn in the mornings so it has the benefit of a full day of sun and light. To be sure you’re watering sufficiently, take a trowel and check that your soil is sufficiently moist after watering.
Keep Your Garden Neat and Clean
It can be a damper to find your garden covered with debris and fallen leaves. You might be surprised to learn that this isn’t just about maintaining an attractive lawn. Wet leaves can quickly lead to a slippery surface, which can be extremely dangerous. Fortunately, you no longer have to manually rake leaves and strain yourself to bend over and bag them. A leaf blower is a handy tool to get rid of dead leaves and keep your garden free from debris.
Grow Disease-Resistant Plants
As you go about selecting which plants, flowers, fruits, or vegetables that you’ll want to grow, try to choose those varieties which are resistant to diseases. While such plants may catch a pathogen, they’re supposed to be strong enough to wade it off. You can check various online resources or consult your neighborhood nursery employees about the types of plants they would recommend for disease resistance.
You’re now officially prepared to take your garden care routine to the next level! Don’t forget to visit us at Rivera's Machinery, Inc. for more tips and tricks. You’ll find our dealership in Donna, TX, and we welcome all those in Harlingen and San Benito, so stop by today!