Here are important things that you should know for your Lake Zoar home's landscape.

4 Mistakes to Avoid When Caring for Your Lawn

By Deborah Laemmerhirt | August 17, 2015

4 Mistakes to Avoid When Caring for Your Lawn

 

There is a relationship between your home and your landscape. As a homeowner, you will have the opportunity to add to your home’s landscaping thoughtfully over the years. If you are planning on selling your Lake Zoar real estate soon, it pays to know the things that you should never do to your lawn. Here is a list of things that you should avoid.

Here are important things that you should know for your Lake Zoar home's landscape.

  1. Scalping your lawn

Scalping, the act of cutting your lawn too short, can damage the root system of your grass. This happens when two-thirds of the leaf blade is removed and the stem is left standing. If you want your grass to grow thicker, cut them high so that the roots grow deeper. Your grass will be able to take in more moisture and nutrients when their roots grow deeper. A taller lawn can help cut down the number of weeds and will blossom better than a shorter lawn.

  1. Not retaining mature trees

If there are mature trees or hedges on your Lake Zoar home for sale, do not cut them down. Retain them wherever possible because they can add character to the design. They can also establish a significant sense of place. However, do not despair if your lot does not offer mature trees. You may consider landscape nurseries that specialize in mature plants. Although they can be a bit pricey, two or three well-placed trees can transform your lot and give your home a more established look and feel.

  1. Putting excessive lawn ornamentation

Sometimes, placing too many decorative items in the front yard of your Lake Zoar waterfront home can steal the limelight away from the beauty of the natural landscape. Before placing any lawn ornament, determine why are you putting it there and check if it fits the overall design and plant material.

  1. Watering too often

One of the most common mistakes when it comes to lawn care is watering a few minutes a day. This is not a good practice because it creates a shallow-root system. The best way to care for your lawn is by watering once a week for an hour or so. Doing this will allow the water to penetrate the soil and make your lawn more tolerant of dry conditions. This also helps in cutting down on weeds. The best time to water your lawn is early in the morning before the sun starts to bake the landscape. You may also water late in the evening.

Landscaping is the first thing that potential buyers see. Follow these tips and take your landscaping from good to excellent and boost your home’s value.

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