A well-maintained yard can add character to your home and support the local ecosystem. In addition, spending some time in a tranquil yard is a great way to unwind after work.
You cannot simply forget about your landscaping; you should prioritize caring for it. Ongoing maintenance prevents disorders which can help keep your garden healthy.
Caring for landscaping can be tedious and require a lot of effort. It’s no wonder many homeowners outsource maintenance to landscaping services in Healdsburg. When you hire a professional, they take care of all essential tasks, so that you can make time for your hobbies. Landscaping contractors know everything there is to know about plants, trees, flowers, and shrubs.
Though landscape maintenance programs may vary from company to company, they usually include the following services.
Lawn Mowing
Regular mowing keeps your yard looking its best and both improves soil & grass health. Lawn care professionals typically include mowing in their service package. Professionals use different mowers designed to cut evenly at the correct height. Professionals use the right mower based on the type of grass. They know the importance of proper mowing height and consider all the factors at play when determining it.
Mulching
Some benefits of mulching include – weed control and moisture retention. It can also prevent soil erosion and minimize soil temperature fluctuations. However, improper mulching can do more harm than good as it can negatively impact trees and plants.
Landscape maintenance professionals know the right way to apply mulch and which mulch is best. Their expertise enables them to avoid common mulching mistakes such as spreading mulch in overly thick layers, re-using dirty/old mulch, keeping it away from plant bases and even leaving some areas bare for ground nesting pollinators.
Weed Control
Weeds are more than just unsightly; they compete with the plants in your lawn for space, light, water, and nutrients. A lawn care professional can devise a plan to prevent weeds from taking over your garden. If weeds have already gained a foothold, the professional will remove them by hand or using tools. They can implement methods to control weeds naturally.
Yard Fertilization
A professional landscaper will use the right fertilizer to fertilize your yard. How and when fertilizer is applied can affect plant growth. Lawn care professionals fertilize at the right rate and at the right time, keeping plants healthy and happy. Gardenworks is committed to helping Healdsburg homeowners keep their yard in tip-top shape all year round. Our landscape maintenance experts have acquired specialized knowledge that enables them to develop foolproof yard maintenance plans. To make an appointment, call (707) 857-2050.