This summer is well-suited for backyard barbecues, spirited get-togethers and fireside hangouts under the stars. Preparing your outdoor space is the final touch to ensure you and your guests can enjoy a comfortable experience, whether you’re hosting a small get-together with family or throwing a big summer bash. The last thing you want is getting upstaged by mosquitoes, poison ivy or an unkempt yard when it comes time to celebrate. Here are some tips for getting your yard summer-ready to help you enjoy your time outside.
Barriers Keeping You from Enjoying Your Own Outdoors
Nothing can kill the mood at a summer party like a horde of relentless mosquitoes. These little bugs are annoying, but also, they spread disease and can leave guests itchy for days. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water, so it’s important to get rid of sources around your yard.
- Empty standing water from birdbaths, plant saucers, clogged gutters, and any unused containers.
- Mow grass regularly and trim bushes to help eliminate resting sites for mosquitoes.
Look into professional mosquito control for lasting protection. A targeted treatment can dramatically decrease mosquito populations and make your yard more enjoyable throughout the season.
Look for poison ivy and other irritants
A surprise rash from poison ivy is few things that can spoil a fun night outside. Poison ivy can blend in with surrounding greenery, which means it’s often not noticed until it’s too late.
Check high-traffic areas, fence lines and wooded parts of your yard for poison ivy, oak or sumac.
If you spot any, do not touch it bare-handed. The urushiol oil found in poison ivy can remain on clothing and tools and cause irritation days later.
Instead of trying to take matters into your hands by undertaking a dangerous DIY removal process, reach out to poison ivy removal experts who can provide you with safe and effective removal needs from your homestead.
Take Care of Your Lawn and Landscaping
- Keeping a lawn clear of pests is as simple as maintaining a healthy lawn for curb appeal. Tall grass and dense shrubbery can be a haven for insects, ticks, and even rodents
- Keep the grass well-trimmed, and cut back any overgrown vegetation.
- Use decorative outdoor lighting to add ambiance and visibility.
- Clean up yard debris — piles of leaves and wood can draw unwanted critters.
- Create a Bug-Free Fire Pit Area
Cozy Nights by the Fire Enjoying Your Fire Pit Without Unwanted Pests
The warmth of being around a crackling flame creates an ideal environment for stories, toasted marshmallows and a great way to relax after your day. However, they can also attract insects if they are not well maintained.
- Store food on tables and keep the fire pit area clean to avoid attracting bugs.
- Request professional mosquito control treatments to give you an additional level of protection.
Get Your Yard Ready for Summer with Ditch The Itch!
Never let mosquitoes or poison ivy ruin summer fun. At Ditch The Itch – Poison Ivy & Mosquito Control Services, we offer safe science-based solutions to keep your yard pest-free and enjoyable all season. Whether it’s targeted mosquito control or professional poison ivy removal, we have your back.
Get in touch now, to help prepare your yard for outdoor dining, late-night bonfires and stress-free family fun in the summer!