Mowing the lawn becomes a regular chore during the summer months as the sun helps the grass grow quickly.
However, cutting it back too much can be harmful. An expert shared tips on how to take care of your garden this summer.
When you mow your lawn in the summer, it can be tempting to cut it very short, but this could cause damage.
Cutting grass too close to the roots can make it look dry, said gardening expert Jack Stooks on behalf of Betway.
Gardeners are warned not to cut grass too short
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He explained: “When it’s warmer, you don’t need to cut the grass as short as you normally would. For example, if you cut it in three, you might want to cut it in four or five, depending on how you like it to look.
“You can do this regularly, but don’t cut the grass, especially when it’s dry. It may look a little yellow, but there’s nothing to worry about because it will grow back.”
It is best to mow the grass a little longer than usual and keep an eye on it as it may need fertilizer or more water during warmer periods.
It is also important to pay attention to the plants in your garden, as many may have problems with the heat.
Again, plants may need more food or water. It may also be wise to move them to a shaded area or even indoors, the expert suggested.
Jack continued: “Any plants we have that don’t grow well in the heat should ideally be potted up so they can be easily moved to shaded areas or replanted in shady spots within the garden.
“Some plants that are not performing well can even be brought indoors, into a cool, shaded room, as they will also improve greatly that way.”
One way to keep plants thriving during the summer is to fertilize them, and one expert shared how to make one using kitchen scraps.
Plants may need extra attention during the summer months.
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“One of the most important things your garden and soil needs is calcium. I’m going to show you the most bioavailable calcium you can produce from kitchen scraps,” the gardening enthusiast explained.
“Eggshells contain 95 percent calcium, but that calcium is not readily available until it is changed from one form of calcium to another.
“You have to go through a process to make it available to your plants.”
