The days are getting longer. The weather is improving. The temperature is getting warmer. All of this can only mean one thing – summer is on the way. Many of us are excited for this and are anticipating a lot of summer time activities that we really enjoy. But one thing you do need to do to properly prepare for the months ahead is to get on top of your garden if you have one – especially if you’re planning on entertaining guests at home. Having a garden is a huge privilege – you have your own, private, secure outdoor space that you can use as an extension of your home, spending more time outdoors without having to worry about being in public. It also serves as a great spot to entertain friends, family and others easily and at a low cost, without having to have everyone exploring your home. But what can you do to get your garden in good shape in time? Here are some suggestions to get the ball rolling.
Mow the Lawn
Start out with the basics and mow the lawn. Take some time to look around your garden for any rubbish or debris that may have found its way over your fences during the windier, colder months of the year. Pick up any large items or stones and move them or dispose of them appropriately. Then, get your lawnmower out and start mowing the lawn. This will bring the grass down to a nice, presentable level that everyone can walk across. If your grass is particularly overgrown, you should use a strimmer first to avoid clogging up your lawnmower. A strimmer will also come in useful for the corners. If you are unable to mow the lawn or don’t have your own lawnmower, you can use local gardening services instead.
Declutter
If you’re like most people, you probably have a lot of stuff in your garden that you don’t use very often. For example, maybe you have a few lawn chairs and a table that you only drag out for special occasions. Or perhaps you have a gardening tool collection that takes up too much space in your garage. If this sounds like you, it might be time to consider renting a storage unit! Storage units can provide extra space for all of the things that are cluttering up your garden. They can also help keep your yard neat when guests come over.
Consider Decking or Patios
Of course, if you’re going to have a BBQ it’s a good idea to have some decking or patio. This provides a solid and stable surface in your garden space for guests to spend time on. Whether that’s standing or on garden furniture that you can place in these spaces. From deckchairs to garden suites, there are countless options that will cater to everyone’s needs. Use a professional Deck Builder or patio layer and they’ll be able to complete the job to a high standard.
Lighting
Summer days are long, but if you want to entertain people through to the evening, it’s a good idea to have some sort of lighting in your garden. There are all sorts of outdoor lighting options that you can choose from. Browse and see which best suit your needs, from electric lighting to solar-powered lighting, there’s bound to be something that suits your space and fits within your budget.
These are just a few different areas to focus on when it comes to getting your outdoor space ready to entertain guests. Each will make all the difference, so take it on board and see how you get on with rolling the new feature out!