Beat the Heat: Essential Tips for a Healthy Summer Landscape
As temperatures continue to be high, maintaining a lush and vibrant landscape can be challenging. At Camelot Tree & Shrub Co., we understand the unique needs of your plants during hot weather. Here are some expert tips to ensure your trees and shrubs thrive all summer long.
- Adequate Watering: Proper hydration is crucial. Deep watering promotes strong root growth and helps plants withstand heat stress. Water early in the morning or late in the evening to minimize evaporation.
- Mulching: Mulching helps retain soil moisture, reduces temperature fluctuations, and adds nutrients to the soil. Apply a 2-3 inch layer around the base of trees and shrubs, ensuring it’s kept away from the trunk to prevent rot.
- Pruning: Regular pruning helps maintain plant health and improves air circulation. Remove dead or damaged branches to prevent disease and pest infestations. Remember to prune flowering trees after they bloom to avoid cutting off next year’s flower buds.
- Organic Treatments: Opt for organic insect control and plant health care services to protect your landscape from pests and diseases without harming the environment. Camelot offers comprehensive organic solutions tailored to your landscape’s specific needs.
- Seasonal Care: Timing is critical for treatments. For instance, avoid pruning oak trees in the growing season to prevent oak wilt, a serious fungal disease. Our seasonal care services ensure your landscape receives the right treatments at the right time.
Stay proactive and consult with our certified arborists to develop a customized plant health care plan. Contact Camelot Tree & Shrub Co. today to schedule a consultation and keep your landscape healthy all summer long.
