One of the most important things you want to do for your garden is make sure that it is storm safe. What does this mean? It means that there is less chance of it getting damaged in a storm. Not only can damage happen, but the cost of repairing a garden can be expensive. It can also cause damage to your property and that of your neighbors, as well as being hazardous to life. Therefore, it is essential to keep your garden safe, so why not protect it with one of these handy tips!

Storm Proof Your Garden With These Tips

Get Rid Of Dead & Loose Branches

Not only do you want to remove any already-fallen branches from your yard, but you also want to inspect your trees regularly for branches that are about to break off and fall. Storms in the summer can bring down these branches from the trees and into your garden, thanks to the strong winds and even heavy rain and hail. 

It is advisable to prune your trees regularly or get tree removal services to take a professional look. During severe winds, even the most vulnerable branches might pose a hazard. You should rope them in if you have any new trees, preventing them from being uprooted by the wind.
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Lay Down Some Mulch

Heavy rainfall associated with a thunderstorm has the potential to wash away the soil in your garden, especially if the area has been just planted and the earth is still a little loose in places. An inch or two of mulch helps keep the soil from washing away during a storm, and as a bonus, it will help to preserve moisture in your flower beds during the dry, hot months of summer as well.

Protect Your New Plants

Weather monitoring is essential so that you can protect your young plants in the event of an impending thunderstorm. Storms are particularly damaging to newly planted plants. If there is enough rain, they can be completely washed away from the soil.

You can either invest in row covers or employ your preferred plant protection technique. If you do not have anything else, a tarp will suffice. Just remember to clear everything away after the storm has passed so that the new plants can continue to develop!
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Make Sure You Have Adequate Drainage

It is essential to ensure that all drains in all non-permeable spaces are cleared, as well as appropriate drainage throughout the entire yard, to preserve your hardscaping and flower beds from water. In addition, it is critical to have a drainage strategy in place to prevent water from collecting in an excessive amount during severe rains, mainly if your foundation is too close to the water table.

One of the primary drainage objectives is to keep water away from home. When you slope your gardens and paved areas, you prevent water from accumulating near your home's perimeter and foundation. This, in turn, protects the interior of your home. At the very least, making sure that none of the drains on the premises are clogged is critical to your success in this endeavor.

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