Your Must-Read Guide
With the weather finally starting to warm up, many of us are looking towards the summer and thinking of all the time we will spend in the garden. Our outdoor spaces can come out of the winter months looking a little worse for wear, so how do you ensure that yours looks the best by the time summer truly rolls around? From hiring an expert team like Essex Tree Brothers to ticking those jobs off your to-do list, here is your complete guide.
Get on top of weeding
Weeds seem to be the first thing that springs up in flowerbeds, so get to grips with them now to ensure that any new plants you introduce to your garden thrive and look their best. It’s a good idea to leave a gardening multitool by the back door so that you are reminded to do just a little bit of weeding every time you go outside. Tackling it bit by bit makes it much less overwhelming.
Call a local tree surgeon
If you have any concerns about the trees in your garden, then it is time to get in touch with a trusted tree surgeon in your area. They will be able to take a close look and tell you what needs to be done, and if it isn’t possible to carry out work right now, they will provide advice on how to care for the tree in the meantime.
Lots of tree surgery companies also provide services such as planting and lawn maintenance, so it could be worth talking to them about those too!
Give your patio a wash
Patios always look a little rough after a long winter. Everything from muddy shoes to heavy showers can leave them coated with dirt and grime, hardly an area that inspires you to sit and eat outside. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to give it a good wash. You can do this with a bucket and mop, but many gardeners prefer pressure washes for faster, more dramatic results.
Paint your fences
Are your fences looking tired and mismatched? Then it’s time to give them a coat of paint! Whether you use a paintbrush or a sprayer, having all of your fences a uniform colour will make the boundaries of your garden look much tidier. Green is very in right now, so why not choose that?
Grow some herbs
We all focus on flowers when it comes to making our gardens look great for summer, but what about some herbs? You can grow these in pots or in wall-mounted planters if you don’t have much patio space. Then, when it comes to summer BBQs, you have your own herbs to take your food to the next level!
You’re all set
There you have it: your essential checklist for getting your garden ready for summer! Remember, professional help is always there when you need it, and it’s important not to try to carry out risky work on trees yourself. So what are you waiting for?