Our gardens should be a very safe place for us, but there are certain hazards which you should not overlook. When our children and pets are out playing amongst the birds and the bees, the safety of our gardens should be considered. Harmful plants, uncomposted waste, toxic grass enhancers are just a few of our gardens risks that we should all be aware of. To help, here’s 3 ways to keep your garden healthy and clean.
1. Toxic Grass Enhancers & Fertilisers
When it comes to keeping weeds and pests out of your garden, make sure your actions don’t cause any harm to yourself or those around you. Whilst slug pellets can ensure a trail-free patio, they can be very dangerous to our little ones or pets if they were to get too close.
Organic fertilisers are a safe option, as they don’t contain any harmful pesticides. Guaranteeing to not to cause harm to ourselves or the environment. Also it is usually a good idea to seek out a soil test from a local environmental agency. Removing the guesswork you will know which nutrients to add and which to avoid.
Chemicals used in fertilisers and garden sprays can make their way into the waterways surrounding your home and can cause harm to the local wildlife. Be sure to be careful where you place your grass enhancers and consider diluting the solution before application.
2. Harmful Plants
When buying plants to bring home, there are a few things you should consider before making your purchase. Examine the plants first, checking for unhealthy spots and rotted stems. By inspecting the roots you’ll be able to check to see if that plant is fit for your garden. There is always the risk that unhealthy plants can spread their side effects to other plants around your garden.
You might be wondering what an unhealthy plant looks like. Black spots on roses, stunted growth, discolouring and rotting are all common examples for diseases found amongst plants.
3. Pet Waste
There is one option that establishes a very safe environment in your garden, which diminishes so many hazard. That is to install artificial grass.
Whilst our pets can leave wee and droppings behind, artificial grass makes it incredibly easy to clean. Correctly installed, artificial grass provides an advanced drainage system where no amonica gases are left from dog urine. As well as sophisticated drainage materials that don’t absorb liquids. This makes it so much easier to keep clean, as a simple hose-down or rainshower will leave it sparkling.
Dropping that our pets leave behind are much easier to clean away too, as they are easier to spot!
There you have it, five ways to keep your garden free from harm, so we can play and truly relax. There is one option that establishes a very safe environment in your garden, which diminishes so many hazards, that is to install artificial grass. So take these tips forward for your landscaping ideas. Create a space that is free from harm and clean throughout the year.
Artificial lawns can rid your garden of so many concerns. Fertilisers and grass enhancers are no longer a requirement, plus pollen and other allergens are sent away. Furthermore, artificial grass is much easier to maintain and clean.
If you’d like to find out more about how to keep your garden healthy and clean, we’d be happy to help. Call us on 0800 9174442 and a member of our team will be happy to help.
