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No matter where you live, if you own a property with a garden or any outdoor space, you will have to deal with outdoor maintenance. Some people love this job, while others are less than keen.
As with any other maintenance, it’s best to keep on top of your outdoor maintenance. Yes, it’s tempting to leave it for another day or week, but before you know it, it’s been two months and things are getting out of hand. Here are some tips to help you get these jobs done and over with so that you can enjoy your outdoor space properly.
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The first step to anything like this is to create a list. If you aren’t a list-maker, then at least work out what needs to be done. Create a plan of action, including when you’re able to do it. Most people set aside some time at the weekends, and these tasks are best completed on dry days.
When it comes to garden maintenance, you’ll find that there are different jobs each season. Summer is no exception. Summer maintenance tasks should primarily involve keeping your garden looking nice. The planting season is over and, while you could do some other odd jobs during the summer, you can do them at any time of the year.
So, this means getting your hands dirty and dealing with soil and plants. Deadhead any flowers and keep on top of your watering. Remove weeds regularly to keep your plants healthy and deal with any pests that show up. If you’re growing fruit or vegetables, feed them and harvest when you need to. If you keep harvesting throughout the season, your plants will produce more.
Ideally, summer is the time to get out there and enjoy your garden, and some landscaping tasks can help with this. If you’re prepared, you can get these out of the way before the best weather of the year, allowing you to relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
For example, refreshing your patio can make it an outdoor dining dream. When the sun is shining and you have good friends and family around, there’s nothing better than sitting and eating outside. Depending on your design, you can include a barbecue or even a pizza oven so that you can serve delicious summer food to order. This is one of the best ways to enjoy your garden paradise.
There’s nothing worse than something breaking on you while you’re in the middle of a job. The best way to prevent this is to keep an eye on your tools and equipment. Keep everything clean and dry, to stop rust from ruining them. If you notice a weakness in the tool, fix or replace it early.
Some equipment is expensive, so it’s best to find parts to fix your outdoor power equipment where possible. This keeps it running for longer and saves you money.
