What Are the Best Tips for Maintaining Flowerbeds?
Clay Creek is eager to help Westminster, Owings Mills, and New Market have the most vibrant colored flowerbeds in Maryland. If you are like most people, you have a vision of what your dream yard should be. Does it have perfectly trimmed trees and bushes with a lush green lawn, or maybe it’s filled with colorful flowerbeds that bloom throughout every season? We are here to tell you that having a combination of all of those things is the key to having a spectacular yard. Living in Maryland with its beautiful springtime weather, you know that everyone runs to the local nursery when that first day of spring arrives. So naturally, we all want to get our flowerbeds ready for a spectacular summer season. But did you know choosing the right flowers can make or break your flowerbeds? When you have a mixture of perennials and annuals, it helps keep your yard popping with color all year long.Over the years, our experienced team has found that you will get some of the best results by following these simple tips.
What are the best plants for flowerbeds?
Did you know if you use native plants in your flowerbed, you will get some of the most beautiful blooms each year? The reason native plants work so well in your yard is that they can handle all types of weather and adapt exceptionally well to the soil. They also require less fertilizer and water. When choosing native plants, be sure to check the hardiness zone, which is 5b to 8a in Maryland. Keep in mind the key is to jumpstart your yard, so it has a healthy atmosphere to flourish, and following those zones is a sure way to get the best results. One advantage of choosing native perennial plants is you only plant them once, and then it’s time to sit back and enjoy the color show every year. The disadvantage is that not all perennials have blooms throughout Spring and Summer. That’s why adding annuals is the perfect way to accent your landscaping. When planning the layout of your flowerbed, it’s best to follow companion planting. This simple step of putting certain plants side by side is a great way to balance nutrients and keep pests away. In addition, placing plants together that require the same moisture and sunlight is a great way to cut down on maintenance and give you the color you are looking for at different times of the year. One thing you don’t want is to have plants growing over each other and blocking out the sunlight needed for a healthy yard. If you are looking for great ways to add color to your flowerbeds, you may want to add native plants. There are over 1,250 native plants to choose from in Maryland, so if you aren’t sure, why not let our knowledgeable team help you create a layout that is sure to be the talk of the neighborhood.
How often should I water flowerbeds?
Did you know that flowerbeds need approximately one inch of water per week? A great way to make sure you are properly watering is to install a drip irrigation system. It takes the guesswork out of the amount of water needed to keep your plants flourishing, and it gets the water directly to the base of the plant, which helps to strengthen the root system. A drip system will also stop the spread of diseases, as the water won’t sit on the leaves.
How can mulch add nutrients to flowerbeds?
When you add mulch to flowerbeds, it protects the soil and gives the nutrients needed for a healthy growing season. In addition, mulch will keep moisture in the soil and creates a well-balanced temperature. Did you know that weeds need sunlight to grow? This is one of the most significant advantages of using mulch in your flowerbed, as it blocks out the sunlight and keeps those weeds from fighting with your plants. If you want to get the best results, you should evenly apply approximately 2 inches of organic mulch in your flowerbeds. It will give the yard a clean, fresh appearance that will immediately add to the perfect curb appeal. It also provides nutrients to the soil as the mulch will gradually decompose, helping to create a healthy environment for plants to grow.Something to consider when applying mulch is never to pile it up against the stem of the plants as it takes away the oxygen, which in turn creates a place for pests and diseases to form. If you want to add texture to flowerbeds, you may want to border them with decorative stone as it will bring a whole new dimension to the appearance of your yard.
How do you keep weeds out of your flowerbeds?
One of the biggest challenges of maintaining flowerbeds is keeping those annoying weeds away. You always want to be a step ahead of them. When you add a pre-emergent application, you get to the weeds before they even start to grow. Of course, you still will get some weeds, so that’s when you follow up with a post-emergent application. Always read the labels of any herbicides as you want to be careful that you aren’t using anything that will kill other plants or your lawn while trying to tackle the weeds in the flowerbeds. Also, be aware that on a windy day, you could have the herbicides going where they shouldn’t, so try to watch the weather conditions before you start.
Should I hire a professional lawn maintenance service?
Our years of experience have provided us an opportunity to effectively maintain and install flowerbeds that will thrive throughout every season. We realize that having that show stopper yard is not an easy task as it takes consistent maintenance and staying ahead of any problems that may occur. Our goal is to give you premium landscaping and hardscaping services to add to your curb appeal.