Have a garden con green and even grass It is the wish of many people, but during the summer it is common for them to appear yellow spots that ruin the appearance of the grass.
He heat intense, errors in the irrigation and other factors can affect the lawn health. With good maintenance and some simple care, it is possible to maintain verde and recover damaged areas.
Practical tips so that the grass does not dry out in the heat. Photo: Shutterstock
Why does grass turn yellow in summer?
Even if it is watered frequently, the grass can yellow for different reasons:
- High temperatures: the strong sun, especially at midday, generates stress in the grass, especially in very hot or arid areas.
- Lack of watering: When water does not arrive evenly, some areas become dry and brittle.
- Excess watering: too much water is also harmful, since the roots do not breathe well and can rot, favoring the appearance of fungi.
- Lack of sun: areas of the garden that receive little sunlight tend to turn yellowish over time.
How to keep the garden green during the summer
To prevent grass from turning yellow and help you recover your green colorthe specialists in gardening from the Green Ecology portal They agree that it is key to pay attention to some basic care. One of the most important is the irrigation: it is advisable to do it at appropriate times, such as early in the morning or at dusk, when the sun is not so strong, so that the water is better absorbed and does not burn the grass.
It is also essential to review the status of the floorsince in heavily trafficked areas the tierra It tends to compact and makes it difficult for roots breathe In those cases, removing or aerating the soil helps the meal grow back stronger.
Irrigation and maintenance keys for an evergreen garden. Photo: Shutterstock.Lastly, if the grass shows signs of humidity excessive o stains caused by funguscan be applied antifungals homemade preparation, one more alternative ecological and less aggressive than commercial products. This helps to recover the healthy garden appearance.
And irrigation balanced, good sun exposure and aerated soil are key for the meal be kept verde throughout the entire summer. With these simple cares it is possible to forget about the yellow spots and enjoy a garden neat and healthy, even in the extra months heat.
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