Seasonal garden clean-up: prevent problems before they arrive
Seasonal garden care in the Locarno area and Ticino: spring and autumn tasks (leaves, lawn, irrigation) to avoid urgent repairs. Maintenance based in Ascona.
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How to protect hedges and shrubs from fungi and pests
Hedges affected by fungi and pests in the Locarno area: warning signs, scale insects, spider mites, powdery mildew and grey mould. Pruning and treatments in Ticino, strong presence on Lake Maggiore.
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Why the lawn turns yellow and how to restore it
Yellow lawn in the Locarno area and Ticino: causes (drought, excess water, compaction, pests) and what to do. Reseeding and turf rolls, examples on Lake Maggiore.
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The most common plant diseases in home gardens and how to spot them
Plant diseases and fungi in Ticino: leaf spots, powdery mildew and rust. How to recognise warning signs and prevent problems, with examples from Lake Maggiore.
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How to reduce mosquitoes in the garden during summer
Mosquitoes in the garden on Lake Maggiore and in Ticino: removing standing water, mowing and hedge care. Examples from the Locarno area.
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