Grass Requires Special Care in Summer How to Keep Your Lawn Luscious
Have you ever had those days when you don’t want to cook? What about times when you’ve had a long day at work, and the last thing on your mind is dinner? Pulling out your pots, cutting boards, and food can be stressful when you’re mentally and physically weary. Is there anything you can do to make this part of your life easier? Meal planning and prepping takes the stress out of cooking!
Everyone wants to have a green, healthy lawn in summer. In addition to being the first impression people have of your home, your yard probably sees the most use between June and August. But no one wants to spend lazy days off on crunchy, prickly grass. Fortunately, keeping your yard looking its best isn’t too difficult — as long as you regularly do these three tasks.
Mowing Rumbling mowers are practically the sound of summer! But in their quest to keep things tidy, many homeowners do more harm than good. The most essential thing you can do to cultivate a healthy lawn is to mow at the right height. And in the summer, that means high. During hot months, set your mower to the tallest setting. Keeping the blades of grass longer will protect them from sun damage and keep them from drying out. Longer grass also creates longer roots, making for healthier turf. Your lawn will further benefit from mowing in different patterns each week; using the same one consistently prevents grass from growing freely. Weeding Experts consistently say to remove weeds that blemish your lawn early and often. In other words, don’t wait to take action. The longer the weeds live in your yard, the more time they have to spread. It’s also better for the environment and your lawn to manually remove weeds instead of treating them with herbicides. A standup weed puller can make the job much easier and save precious time. Watering Watering is essential for your lawn during the summer when we sometimes go weeks without rain. But how you water is crucial to providing the best results. Never water in the middle of the day because the sun will evaporate the moisture. The evening is best, but before 10 a.m. is also acceptable. Further, avoid wasting water and creating runoff. If puddles start forming, turn off your hose or sprinkler or move to another spot. Finally, water the grass, not your sidewalk. Taking the time to align your sprinkler correctly will save you money and produce better results. These tips should keep your lawn looking its best throughout the season. But if you ever need help, remember the experts at Anthony’s Lawn Care and Landscaping are only a phone call away!
What are some benefits of meal planning? • Know the answer to “What’s for dinner?”: There’s nothing more frustrating than opening your pantry, looking at the food, and not knowing what to eat. It can be draining to decide what to cook each night. But meal planning helps you determine your dishes in advance, so you never need to wonder what you and your family will eat that night. And best of all, you only need to cook at least once a week. • Keep more money in your pocket: Sometimes, when you are unsure of what you want to eat, your first option may be to order takeout. While this is a quick and easy way to get dinner, it can create a huge hole in your wallet — especially if you eat out more than once a week or feed a family. You will no longer need to make nightly food runs when you meal plan! You can buy your food in bulk, prepare a few nights’ worth of meals, and save tons of money. What hinders people from meal planning? Making meals too complicated is the main reason why meal planning doesn’t work for some people. When starting out, it’s best to create easy and basic foods. Once you begin meal planning, you will discover more simplistic ways to make intricate dishes. Another reason people avoid meal prep is the amount of time spent in the kitchen. However, you will save yourself time each day, so you can continue doing what you want throughout the week and less time ordering takeout or quickly throwing a menu together. Go online to find meal prep guides and a multitude of recipe options. We can’t wait to hear about your meal-prepping experience during your next visit!
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