Timely Tips for Summer Care Summer Care Timely Tips to keep your landscape healthy and vibrant all summer. To check your hardiness zone, visit the USDA site here. Tips for Properties in Hardiness Zones 4-8 June Prune Flowering Trees & Shrubs: Prune right after they finish blooming. Water Wisely: Water deeply in the morning to strengthen roots. Deadhead Blooms: Remove faded flowers to encourage new ones Check for Diseases: Inspect plants and treat any issues quickly. July Monitor for Mite Proliferation: Check for mite activity and treat accordingly. Raise Mower Blades: Keep grass taller to reduce stress. Water Deeply: Soak the soil around drought-stricken plants. Address Heat and Drought Stress: Consider applying natural wetting agents. August Plan Fall Planting: Choose and order bulbs and perennials for autumn projects. Mitigate and Monitor: Continue to mitigate drought-stress and treat mites, if needed. Harvest and Preserve: Enjoy ripe produce and save extras for later Tips for Properties in Hardiness Zones 8a and 8b June Prune Flowering Trees & Shrubs: Prune right after they finish blooming. Water Wisely: Water the root zone deeply in the morning to reduce evaporation. Deadhead Blooms: Remove faded flowers to encourage new ones. Check for Diseases: Inspect plants and treat any issues quickly. July Monitor for Mite Proliferation: Check for mite activity and treat accordingly. Adjust Pruning Gently: Excessive cuts in peak heat can stress plants; avoid excessive pruning. Water Deeply: Soak the soil around drought-stricken plants. Address Heat and Drought Stress: Consider applying natural wetting agents. August Prepare Fall Planting: Plan bulbs and perennials for autumn installation. Mitigate and Monitor: Continue to mitigate drought-stress and treat mites, if needed. Water Deeply: Soak the soil around drought-stricken plants. Harvest & Preserve: Gather ripe produce, and consider canning or freezing extras. Tips for Properties in Hardiness Zones 9a and 9b June Water Early & Deeply: Ensure moisture reaches deep into root zones by watering in the morning. Deadhead & Shape: Remove spent blooms on ornamentals to maintain a tidy form. Check for Heat Stress: Look for wilting or scorched leaf edges. July Mulch Replenishment: High temps can break down mulch faster; refresh as needed. Manage Mites & Pests: High heat often brings spider mites; treat promptly to prevent damage. Trim Only as Needed: Too much pruning in scorching temperatures can stress plants further. August Prepare Fall Planting: Plan bulbs and perennials for autumn installation. Harvest & Preserve: Gather any summer produce or herbs, and dry, freeze or can the extras. Lawn Adjustments: If dryness persists, continue watering deeply during cooler parts of the day. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with an expert arborist.