Last month’s blog contained some gardening hacks that will save you both time and effort. Even the most enthusiastic gardeners will welcome anything that makes life easier while not affecting the beauty and durability of the landscape. Here are more backyard renovation hacks to think about.

Get Rid of Weeds Easily 

Forget about costly weed killers or pulling them out by hand. To get rid of weeds, including those that spring up in joints and cracks on patios and driveways, all you need is boiling water. Boil a pot of water and pour the water on the weeds – they will be killed immediately. Just be careful not to spill the boiling water on yourself or nearby plants.

Give the Garden a Neat Edge

A well-defined edge gives a garden a symmetrical, well-kept look. This enhances your home’s curb appeal. In the past, the only way to get this effect was with stone borders. Then, plastic edging became available, but it can look ugly and does not blend in. You can get a neat and attractive edge by using pretreated pine boards which are easily available and inexpensive. They are easy to cut into the size you want. All you need to do is outline the perimeter with a shovel and then wedge in the lengths of wood. This edge will not only look natural and keep the garden tidy, but the pretreated pine is also long-lasting.

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Also Read: Ideas to Create a Simple Backyard Landscapes

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Protecting a Slope 

If your yard has a sloped section, it is not only difficult to mow but the wind and water can cause erosion as well. Putting in retaining walls or creating terraces is expensive and even then, many plants do not have roots that go deep enough to stop the erosion. A great and effective alternative is to plant ground covers like periwinkle, dead nettle, and others. These will grow quickly and create a dense cover that will be effective in stopping erosion.

Fix Sunny Area Problems 

Many yards have sunny spots which require more watering than the rest of the space. Watering just a few spots more often than the rest of the yard can be a pain. To overcome this, plant succulents in the sunny spots. Many tough colorful plants will fit into almost any landscape and once in place, will not need more water than the rest of the yard.

As we said last month, finding gardening hacks online is easy, but unless you are sure about the accuracy and reliability of the advice, you could do your landscape more harm than good. To be sure of having the perfect yard with minimum hassle, contact a professional landscape designer in San Jose. He will work with you to create the landscape you want, and can even take care of the maintenance aspect. Whether or not you want to have the maintenance professionally done, these gardening hacks will allow you to get as hands-on as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

1.How can I remove weeds without using chemicals?

Pour boiling water directly on weeds, especially those growing in patio cracks, to kill them instantly.

2.What’s a natural way to edge my garden?

Use pretreated pine boards to create a neat, long-lasting garden edge that looks natural and blends into the landscape.

3.How can I prevent soil erosion on a sloped yard?

Plant fast-growing ground covers like periwinkle or dead nettle to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion on slopes.

4.How can I manage sunny areas that require extra watering?

Plant succulents in sunny spots, as they thrive in dry conditions and need minimal water once established.

5.Why should I consult a professional landscape designer?

A professional can design a hassle-free yard that suits your vision and handle ongoing maintenance if needed.