LANDSCAPING LORE DEBUNKED GARDENING MYTHS THAT COULD BE HARMING YOUR YARD
Mulch will destroy your garden! Lawns need daily watering! Pruning too much will kill your shrubs!
foundation. As long as there is enough distance between the mulch and your house, you won’t have to worry about these bugs doing damage. Myth: Shorter grass is easier to maintain. Though it may make sense at first glance, keeping your grass short isn’t a time-saving move or a way to make maintenance easier. When you mow your lawn too short, it weakens the grass, exposes soil, can permanently damage roots, and invites weeds to grow. A good rule of thumb is to never remove more than one-third of blade height in a single mow. You can always call a pro, like Anthony’s Lawn Care, to get the perfect mow for your lawn. Myth: Plants need an inch of water every week. It’s often recommended to water your plants one inch every week, but in reality, how much water plants need varies greatly. New plants and young seedlings may require daily watering during the early stages, while their root systems are still developing. On the other hand, established trees may only need supplemental watering during dry spells. Watering depends on the type of plant, its growth stage, the soil, the weather, and the season.
These days, there’s landscaping advice everywhere, and it can be hard for homeowners to sort the flowery facts
from fiction. Many of the most common landscaping and gardening myths come from outdated practices or half-truths. Heeding them too closely can lead to mistakes, wasted time, or even harm to your plants. Let’s dig up some of this landscaping lore so real wisdom can take root.
Myth: Mulch will destroy your yard and home. Many gardeners pause when it comes to mulch, but the truth is that when used correctly, it has numerous benefits for plants, like preventing erosion and improving soil health. It’s a common misconception that mulch can attract termites to your garden beds or even your home, because it creates a damp environment. Ensure that any mulch beds are at least six inches away from the base of your home’s
Don’t let outdated gardening myths hold your yard back! Trust Anthony’s Lawn Care for expert advice and service you can rely on.
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