Soil
- Use tarps to cover loose soil piles to prevent erosion.
- Replant bare spots in your lawn to maintain soil stability.
- Mulch around plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds and protect against pests, diseases and cold temperatures.
- Consult with your local UK Cooperative Extension Service for FREE soil testing and plant diagnostic services to determine the most effective solutions for your soil.
Fertilizers, Herbicides & Pesticides
- Apply fertilizer in the fall for optimal effectiveness and apply herbicide to young, actively growing weeds for best results.
- Avoid product overuse, especially before rain, and always follow label instructions.
Plants
- Use native grasses and plants in your landscaping to reduce the need for additional nutrients.
- Select trees and bushes with non-aggressive root systems near sewer infrastructure to prevent pipe problems.
Additional Tips
- Install a rain barrel.
- Water during optimal times.
- Redirect downspout runoff.
- Adjust sprinklers to target lawn and landscape areas.
- Set lawn mower blades to at least three inches.
- Reduce stormwater runoff and help filter out pollutants by installing a rain garden.
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