The Negative Effect of Weeds on Residential Landscaping

Weeds are an eyesore. Anyone who looks at a lawn full of weeds can tell that the yard is not getting the care it deserves just based on its appearance. But many people don’t understand the true ramifications of allowing weeds to run rampant through a property. Here are some of the negative effects of allowing weeds to roam free through your residential or commercial property.

Creating Competition Among Species

Many weed species, like dandelions, are invasive species, meaning they are not native to their area. The issue with invasive species is that they have no natural predators, so their population explodes upon arrival due to there being no way to control them. Invasive weed species take over the area they are in, causing unstoppable competition to the natural plants in the area. They tend to take water, nutrients, and sunlight from the natural flora, spreading quickly and killing anything it is competing with. Landscaping contractors can safely remove the weed population from your property, allowing your natural plants to grow safely.

Inviting Nasty Insects

Invasive weed species and other weeds are a free invitation to insects onto your property. Their presence allows disease-carrying insects to destroy the natural plants, animals, and sometimes humans in the area. To protect your naturally occurring flora, hire landscaping contractors to provide weed control services and bring your natural plants back to life. According to a survey for the National Association of Landscape Professionals, 75% of Americans feel that it is important to spend time outside in their yards. Without weed control, spending time outside invites the chance to catch diseases through unwanted insects. Hiring a landscaping company can prevent that.

Negative Health Effects

An overlooked aspect of letting weeds grow without interference is the negative effects they can have on people’s health. Weeds like poison ivy and poison oak can cause skin irritation, internal inflammation, hallucinations, blisters, and other complications simply from brushing against the plant. Other weeds like hemlock are poisonous when ingested, something that young children and animals may do without considering the ramifications of their actions. To avoid causing pain to your family, friends, visitors, or clients, hiring professional landscaping contractors to manage your weed population is a great solution.

If you are looking for a solution to your rampant weed problem and don’t know what to do, you’re in luck. Contact Victor’s Landscaping today for more information about our weed control services.

Posted 5/19/23