Summer Clean-Up

June 15, 2017

Let’s Jump into Summer Clean-up

Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and Summer is upon us. It’s time again to clear away our Winter gear and start the Summer-Clean-up! 

People think of Spring cleaning as household chores like cleaning windows and wiping down baseboards but many people don’t think about Summer Clean-up in the yard. It’s important to get your home Summer-ready inside and outside.

• Plant Sun-Friendly Flowers
  • Marigolds, Plumbago, Pentas, Lantana, Zinnia and Vincas are all flowers that thrive in the hot Florida summer climate. These flowering plants are perfect for Summer. The combination of flowers usher in a collage of vibrant colors and textures to your yard and landscape. Check out your local Home Depot or Lowes to pick some up. Keep an eye out for plants that haven’t bloomed yet and double check that they have a nice, developed root system.

• Remove Mildew from Patio Furniture
  • Spray a light coat of undiluted white vinegar to furniture surface and gently wipe the mildew away. If the mildew doesn’t budge, use a stronger solution of undiluted white vinegar and scrub a bit harder with your cloth.

• Pressure Wash the Patio
  • A pressure washer can quickly blast away built up dirt and grime in the blink of an eye. A pressure washer can be used on your fence, patio and deck space, exterior siding, garage door, and driveway. You can rent a pressure washer from a home development retailer or find a retailer online.

• Create a Compost Bin
  • Now is the perfect time to create a compost bin! Compost bins are sustainable, great for the environment, and not as expensive as you’d think. Over time, you can use the sustainable nutrients to fertilize the flowers and trees in your backyard. To start your own, check out this blog to learn more.

• Clean Up the Barbecue Grill
  • Dump out any old coals and scrub dirty grates. Inspect the grill for wear and general maintenance.
• Clean out the Flower Beds
  • Summer is a good time to weed the flower beds, put down new mulch and trim up your landscape plants.  Trim the undergrowth and watch your plants flourish this summer!
    
• Install Artificial Grass
  • EasyTurf artificial grass is the single best investment you can make on your backyard. It looks better than patchy dry grass, feels soft on bare feet, and requires virtually no maintenance.

With all these items checked off your list, you’ll be comfortably lounging outside in no time. To learn more about EasyTurf artificial grass, call (800)-445-2944.