Yard work - tips?
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Please describe for us what you want to know about yard work. Many Hometalker helprs are ready to help. Most of us don't like yard work. :)
what do you need help with
I like it. Effort expended equals visible tangible result. We answer questions here. Did you have a question for us?
No matter id you are working inside or outside always remember to rest and hydrate .
Keep it simple so you don't become a slave.
Plan to conquer one project / area at a time. Bring all of the tools, products, plants, etc. and a disposal container for weeds and containers to the area with you. Be sure you have sunscreen, gloves, a bottle of water, and maybe a portable music or audio book player to keep you company. Stretch often. Make it fun!
Almost all yard work tasks are easiest before things get too out of hand. For me, as a getting older single woman, hiring someone to mow the lawn and trim the bushes frees me up for things like pulling weeds and planting flowers. I still get enough exercise and enjoyment of my yard and the people I have hired need and appreciate the opportunity to work.
Here are a few sites that might help you: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/grow/vegetables/how-to-get-a-mini-garden-produce-maximum-fruit-36607535?r=2
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/grow/plants/prune-for-more-flowers-and-fruit-36606480?r=2
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/grow/flowers/mini-garden-of-flowers-or-how-to-make-a-mini-garden-36566911?r=2
How to Get a Mini Garden to Produce Maximum Fruit
Prune for More Flowers and Fruit
Mini Garden of Flowers or How to Make a Mini-garden