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Ah, spring! Breathe in the fresh air and admire the blooming flowers. Spring can be a wonderful time to be outside and work on your landscaping. It’s warm enough but not too hot that many plants can flourish. The month of May is a great time to check your irrigation to make sure it’s in good working order for the dryer and warmer summer months ahead.

This time of year inspires many homeowners to begin new garden projects. If you’re one of those people with a green thumb when springtime rolls around, CEO of Suntek Lawn Care Christopher Regis believes you should consider the following:

Pruning

“If you are pruning flowering shrubs or trees, prune after the last flowers have withered but before the new buds have set. This guarantees a well-shaped tree or shrub and keeps you from removing the buds for next year’s blooms.”

Flower Beds

Be sure to remove any dying winter annual flowers and replace them with varieties that will bloom into the warmer months. Regis advises checking the HOA for Laureate Park’s Landscape Standards before starting any project to avoid problems: https://www.laureateparkhoa.com.

As we enter the warm summer months, it’s important to consider where you’re planting your flowers. 

“Remember to look for plants that will do well in the specific areas in your yard. Some plants will thrive in the sun while others will need more shade,” Regis detailed. “Now is a great time to consider adding a pollinator area to your garden. A pollinator garden helps attract pollinators such as bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Planting Florida natives is a great way to reduce the need for fertilizers and heavy watering. It also adds a much-needed environment for our native wildlife. Pollinator gardens are a beautiful addition to any landscape.”

Vegetables and Herbs

This time of year is perfect to plant warm-weather-loving vegetables and herbs such as:

• Squash
• Beans
• Sweet corn
• Cucumbers
• Okra
• Peppers
• Rosemary
• Basil

“Herbs are a great addition to your garden. Not only do they taste great when you use them at home, but they also attract butterflies. The plants themselves are also lovely and often ornamental,” Regis explained. “Keep an eye out for signs that your vegetables and herbs need water. Mulching liberally can help keep weeds down and also keep moisture in.”

Palms

Be sure to fertilize your palms as needed. Regis stated that you should mulch again after fertilizing: “This locks in the fertilizer and keeps moisture better through the dry season. Now is also the time to plant new shrubs.”

Insects and Pests

“Due to the balmy weather in Florida, insects can cause problems early in the spring. You will need to look for aphids on new plant growth as well as thrips, mites, and scales on ornamental plants. If your lawn is showing brown spots, make sure that it is not from lack of water before applying pesticides for lawn insects,” Regis described. “Before using high-powered pesticides, consider using organic or natural products first. These are less harmful for the environment if they end up in groundwater or on other plants. Besides, they are less likely to harm beneficial insects and pollinators.”

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are a staple in a home garden because of their delicious flavor and tolerance in the spring and fall. They also do well in many types of gardens.

Hurricane Preparedness

Regis advises that you should begin preparing for hurricane season now. 

“Check trees for damaged or weakened branches and call a certified arborist if your tree’s health worries you. Call an arborist if you think your trees need pruning to prevent damage to your house or other buildings,” Regis said. “If you are feeling unhappy or even slightly embarrassed by the way your yard looks, feel free to reach out to me directly – (754) 265-6608. I’ll be happy to give you some free guidance and recommendations to help you get a yard you can feel proud of!”

Suntek is now offering maintenance, repairs, and installation of irrigation systems. They also offer a very affordable quarterly maintenance program, which includes an inspection of the irrigation system and sprinklers to ensure there is proper irrigation of the grass and no water waste. Remember, wasted water means higher water bills! So, if you are in the market for a new lawn care service company that cares about the environment and lets you live your busy day with one fewer distraction, consider Suntek Lawn Care. Suntek offers 50% off the first mow for Lake Nona residents when they sign up. For more information, visit www.sunteklawncare.com or call (321) 396-2425 for a free quote. 

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