It’s pivotal to properly care for your trees to have a thriving landscape this summer.
Just like people, it’s critical for trees to stay hydrated in the summer heat. But before you use your hose to water your lawn, there are considerations. It’s pivotal to properly care for your trees to have a thriving landscape. As temperatures rise, follow these tips to nourish your trees.
Landscape Mulching
It’s ideal to lay new mulch in the springtime to ensure the health of your trees. However, it’s never too late to mulch during the summer. This is because mulch around your trees helps limit weed growth, stabilizes soil temperatures, and holds water in the soil. Moreover, forming a mound of mulch around the tree can lead to disease and pest problems, so ensure the mulch is 3 to 4 inches high in a donut shape.
Fertilize Your Trees
Another factor to consider is to ensure your trees have sufficient nutrients. A great way to ensure your trees promote leaf and tree growth is to apply fertilizer to the mulch and soil. Apply fertilizer to mulch and soil, especially if you live in a city or suburb, as urban trees often need more fertilizer than those in open areas.
Consider Installing an Irrigation System
At a minimum, most trees require about one inch of water every week. In particular, watering your trees is critical when the weather is hot and dry. It’s also ideal to water your trees deeper in the ground and less frequently, since watering the top layer of soil doesn’t do much for tree growth. Consider installing an irrigation system to better care for your trees in the summer.
Inspect Your Trees for Pests Regularly
During the summertime, it’s vital to regularly inspect your trees for pests to help control the issue and keep them healthy. Sometimes it can be challenging to determine which pests become a threat to trees. In this case, you will want to contact your local certified arborists to examine and identify the problems.
For questions or help with your landscape, contact Harford Tree Experts & Landscaping, Inc., or visit our website for tree care and landscaping services.
Tree Care and Maintenance from Harford Tree
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