Keeping your landscaping weeded involves consistent effort and adopting effective strategies. Here are some tips to help you maintain a weed-free landscape:
- Mulching: Mulch applied around your plants and flower beds helps suppress weed growth. Make sure to replenish the mulch layer as needed. We recommend Shredded Hardwood Bark Mulch (see more info at https://sunrisegardensllc.com/mulch.html)
- Regular maintenance: Dedicate time to regular weeding sessions. 5-10 minutes a day or 30-60 minutes a week, inspect your landscape regularly and remove any weeds before they have a chance to spread. Pull weeds by hand or use a hand tool like a trowel or weed puller to extract the entire root system. (If you don't want to do it yourself, hire a landscape maintenance company to regularly weed. It will be worth it!)
- Weed barriers: Landscape fabric beneath gravel can inhibit weed growth by preventing weed seeds from reaching the soil. However, they may interfere with the growth of landscape plants and requires proper installation. We do not recommend weed barrier under mulch, it is better to just reapply the proper amount of mulch.
- Regular mowing: Maintaining a healthy lawn discourages weed growth by reducing available light and resources for weeds to establish themselves.
- Weed control products: Herbicides are a last resort or in specific problem areas. Read and follow the instructions carefully and choose a product that targets the specific weeds you are dealing with. Be mindful of potential environmental impacts and use herbicides responsibly.
- Prevention: One of the most effective strategies is preventing weeds from taking hold in the first place. Minimize bare soil by planting densely or using ground covers. Regularly monitor your landscape for weed growth and promptly remove any new weeds before they have a chance to spread.
Maintaining a weed-free landscape requires ongoing effort and regular maintenance. By employing these strategies consistently, you can keep your landscaping looking tidy and healthy.
