Caring for the grass: the main coating of our gardens

Is the neighbor's grass always greener? Taking care of a lawn to make it look impeccable requires a lot of attention from the owner. Although there are no right measures to curb the spread of weeds, avoid water depletion of plants, or know when it is time to trim the garden, following some general tips can help you have a lawn as green as your own backyard. next to.

We always remind you that contacting a professional in the field is always the best way to take care of your garden.

» Irrigation

The consensus indicates that the best times to irrigate are those when the sun is not so strong - in the morning or at the end of the day. In addition to saving water, since evaporation will be minimized, this measure avoids burning the leaves.

The general rule is always to irrigate the lawn before the soil is completely dry (when the footprint marks start to leave the grass smashed). Yellowed leaves can indicate water stress (dehydration) and consequent plant death. Prefer watering your lawn at greater intervals, but maintaining a constant routine, than irrigating it all the time, which helps your garden to remain strong even in times of drought.

» Cut

Depending on the type of grass you use, the average size for cutting can change. Potato grass has a height limit of 5cm; São-Carlos, Esmeralda, Santo-augustinho and Grama-azul, 3 cm; Korean grass and Bermuda (soccer field), 2cm.

The general rule is to mow the lawn whenever it exceeds the limit height. Try not to mow your lawn after the rain, as this can make the cut uneven. It is not recommended to cut the lawn too frequently to avoid depleting plant nutrients.

When using orbital rotating machines and equipment, keep in mind that the cutting blades must be sharp, since, in addition to the visually unpleasant aspect, blades can help in the appearance of diseases and pests on the lawn. For places where the mower or lawn mower does not cover, manual trimming is recommended.

» Maintenance

After cutting, plant residues must be swept from the ground to avoid possible lack of soil ventilation. When fertilizing your soil, the ideal is to use natural organic compounds, fertilizers and substrates free of seeds, especially in the early spring and late summer.

The tip to eliminate weeds is to avoid using chemical treatments as much as possible. As there are countless intruders that can reach your lawn, the ideal is to identify which species of herb to use for the best treatment.

As we mentioned earlier, always seek the help and knowledge of a professional in the field so that your garden becomes more beautiful and healthy every day.