Thriving Lawns, Smarter Summers
When warm weather hits the Bruce Peninsula, it’s time to give your outdoor spaces some extra care. Summer landscaping isn’t just about making things look pretty; it’s also about protecting your investment, improving property value, and creating outdoor areas where you actually want to spend time. Whether you're focused on lawn care or garden updates, the following warm-weather landscaping tips will help you keep your property looking fresh and functional. Water Smart, Not Hard In summer, it's easy to overwater or water at the wrong times. The best time of day to water your lawn during the summer months is early in the morning, typically between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. The lawn should be watered for about 30 minutes, two or three times per week. The next-best time to water your lawn in summer is between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. That's for homeowners who don't have an automatic irrigation system and need to manually operate and move the sprinkler [Lee Wallender, 2025]. Th...