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The last thing you want after starting your garden is to see the evidence of pests. You never actually encounter them in action, but you wake up every morning to holes in the leaves, or your kids will complain of bites and spend their days scratching away. Most people consider pests an unavoidable part of having a garden, but this isn’t entirely true, so here is some advice on how to protect your yard from pests.
Keep Things Tidy
It should come as no surprise that pests love to burrow in all sorts of messy gardens. From long grass to a cluttered space, there are so many spaces for them to burrow, hide, and build a home that you cannot be surprised that they like your yard. If you keep things tidy, your garden won’t seem as welcoming, which can keep the number of pests down and help you enjoy spending time in your yard again. Mowing the lawn and cleaning up after yourself (or your kids) when you go inside for the evening can all help make your gard3n tidier.
Inspect Your Plants
Sometimes, you aren’t aware of plant pests until it’s too late. This typically happens to those who aren’t passionate gardeners. They plant flowers and water them when they remember, but this isn’t what they want to do all the time. Ignorance is where pests can thrive most, though, so knowing how to identify plant pests and diseases can prevent your garden from becoming infected with damaging and even dangerous creatures. Even the most well-maintained garden can fall victim to plant pests, and the more vigilant you are, the easier it will be to solve and prevent problems before they become too much to handle.
Raise the Flower Beds and Planters
Pests love areas that are easy to access, so the more challenging you make this, the better chance your garden will stand. You can raise the flower beds and planters by buying a raised planter or even build one yourself if you feel compelled to do some DIY. This change can also improve how your garden looks, giving it a facelift that it may have needed desperately. Furthermore, the raised platform is kinder to your back, reducing aches and pains.
Use Screens for Your Patio
If you like to enjoy summer evenings on your porch or patio but can’t handle the constant buzzing of pests all around, screens can make a substantial difference. This keeps the area airy while also maintaining mosquito control, along with other bugs and insects that can affect your enjoyment of your outdoor space. If you’ve got kids, it also protects them from bites, which will save any tears, and this can reduce the chances of illness and infections. Screens aren’t possible for everyone, but those that have the space can benefit vastly.
Pest Free
A pest-free garden is something that everyone wants. As long as you take the right precautions and care for your yard properly, you can enjoy a clean and calm backyard without the risk of damaged plants, bites, or even infections.
