Pests are never anything that you want to include in your 2022 landscaping plans. From aphids to leafhoppers and spider mites, a plethora of diseases and ailments can arise from an ill-maintained lawn.
While being pest-free is the ultimate goal, you also want to keep your landscaping practices as natural as possible. Let’s take a closer look at the best pest-proofing practices and why you should always avoid dumping toxic chemicals into your landscaping.
Why Avoid Pesticides On Your Lawn?
Although pesticides may repel pests from your yard, they are all made from toxic chemicals that can harm your lawn, pets, and children. No amount of landscaping protection should come with such a high risk.
Here are 5 ways you can keep your lawn pest-free without putting your family or the local environment in danger.
Keep Your Yard Clean
Woodpiles, gardening tools, leaves, lawn clippings, and anything else that may be cluttering your lawn are all open invitations for pests to come and take over your landscaping.
When you take the time to keep your lawn clear of clutter, not only can it deter the average lawn pest, but it also eliminates puddle sources and prevents your backyard from turning into a mosquito haven.
Reach for Cedar Mulch
Organic mulch may be an effective way to retain moisture and provide nutrients to your yard. However, the moisture it retains is also a double-edged sword and attracts pests that can quickly tarnish the integrity of your lawn.
Cedar mulch is an excellent alternative to standard mulch in that it still provides nutrients, but retains less moisture and actually has ant repellent properties in its makeup.
Maintain an Active Lawn Mowing Schedule
Tallgrass is one of the easiest ways to attract pests on your lawn. Even during the winter months, take the time to practice regular lawn mowing that keeps your grass uniform and protected against pests like mosquitos, fleas, and ticks.
Reduce Landscape Shade
Extreme shade can prevent your lawn from properly drying up after heavy rainfall. We suggest trimming hedges and trees that create heavy shade and allow for more sun to directly hit your lawn. This reduction in the shade helps prevent excess moisture and successfully repels some of the peskiest pests away.
Prevent All Standing Water
Mosquitos are pests that pose an immediate threat to those in your home. Unfortunately, if you have water features like a fountain or birdbath, standing water can lead to a breeding ground for these unwanted pests.
In order to prevent mosquitoes from laying larvae, make sure that water in all fountains and ponds is regularly circulated and that birdbath water is emptied and refilled at least once a week.
Keep Your Lawn Pest-Free With Executive Lawn Care
If you’re ready to have a pest-free lawn this year but don’t have the time to dedicate to regular lawn mowing and maintenance, Executive Lawn Care can help! We are a team of Dallas lawn care professionals that specialize in lawn mowing and bed and bush maintenance for residential properties.
Contact us today to learn more about how our services can improve your lawn’s health and curb appeal in 2022. We’re ready to get your landscape on our schedule!
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