There’s nothing quite like a lush lawn and vibrant garden beds to make your property shine during the summer. But as the heat kicks in and early spring blooms begin to fade, maintaining that fresh, tidy look can feel like a challenge. The good news? With the right mid-season maintenance tips and premium landscape supplies from Royalton Supply, you can keep your outdoor spaces looking their best well into the fall.
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a seasoned green thumb, this guide will walk you through what to do mid-season and what products can help you maintain curb appeal, plant health, and overall landscape beauty.
- Refresh Your Mulch to Lock in Moisture and Curb Weeds
By mid-summer, mulch can start to look faded or compacted. The vibrant color from your spring install has likely dulled, and it may not be doing its job as effectively. Mulch isn’t just for looks—it’s essential for:
- Retaining soil moisture
- Regulating root zone temperature
- Preventing weed growth
- Enhancing the aesthetic appeal of beds
Solution: Top Off or Replace Your Mulch
Visit www.royaltonsupply.com to explore a wide selection of bulk and bagged mulch in colors like Black Dyed, Brown Dyed, Hardwood, and Red Dyed Mulch. For a polished and consistent look, add a fresh 1 to 2-inch layer of mulch. Be sure not to pile mulch against stems or trunks, as this can cause rot.
Pro Tip: If you’re working with playground areas or pet zones, Royalton also offers certified Playground Mulch designed for safety and comfort.
- Re-Edge Garden Beds for a Clean Look
Your garden beds might have started the summer with crisp, clean lines—but over time, grass creeps in, mulch spills out, and everything begins to blur. Re-edging your beds can make an instant visual impact and helps contain mulch and decorative stone.
Solution: Use Landscape Edging Materials or Decorative Stone
Royalton Supply carries a variety of edging tools, decorative aggregates, and hardscape materials to give your beds lasting definition. Clean lines not only look professional, but also help separate turf from plant zones, improving both aesthetics and maintenance.
- Fill in Bare Patches and Re-Seed Lawn Areas
Heavy foot traffic, pests, and weather can all cause patchy lawns. If your grass is looking sparse or uneven, mid-summer is a great time to repair these areas with the right seed blend and soil amendments.
Solution: Lawn Repair Products and Screened Topsoil
Royalton Supply offers screened topsoil, perfect for top-dressing and seed applications. Use this to level low spots and create a nutrient-rich base for new seed. Combine with a high-quality grass seed blend and water consistently for the next few weeks.
Bonus Tip: Add a light mulch layer over new seed to protect it from birds and retain moisture. Try Royalton’s Organic Leaf Compost for a natural, nutrient-rich boost.
- Add Decorative Stone to Boost Beauty and Reduce Maintenance
If you’re tired of weeding and watering garden beds, consider replacing high-maintenance areas with decorative gravel or stone. Not only is stone durable and low maintenance, but it also adds texture and color to your landscaping.
Solution: Shop Decorative Stone in Bulk or Bags
From River Rock to Mexican Beach Pebbles, Barn Red, Delaware Blend, and more—Royalton Supply has one of Northeast Ohio’s best selections of decorative stone. Stone beds are perfect for highlighting trees, accenting walkways, or replacing mulch in areas where you want a permanent solution.
Explore options on www.royaltonsupply.com or visit the showroom to see samples in person.
- Keep Plants Hydrated with Smart Watering Techniques
Heat stress is one of the biggest threats to gardens and lawns in the summer. A proper watering schedule is essential to keep your plants healthy and thriving.
Tips for Summer Watering Success:
- Water early in the morning or late in the evening to reduce evaporation
- Use soaker hoses or drip irrigation to deliver water directly to roots
- Apply mulch or stone to conserve moisture and reduce watering frequency
- Monitor soil moisture by digging 2–3 inches below the surface
If you’re installing a new bed or renovating your yard, ask the team at Royalton about soil conditioners, compost blends, and amendments to improve water retention.
- Address Drainage Issues with Functional and Stylish Solutions
Summer storms can create soggy spots or wash out mulch and topsoil. Poor drainage not only ruins the look of your yard, but it can also damage foundations and plants.
Solution: Decorative Gravel, Drainage Stone, and Proper Grading
Royalton Supply offers #57 Limestone, Pea Gravel, and Washed Gravel—ideal for French drains, dry creek beds, and erosion control. Functional can be beautiful when you use natural stone materials that blend with your landscape.
Consider combining drainage stone with decorative boulders or edging blocks to create rain gardens or direct water runoff away from problem areas.
- Boost Your Soil and Feed Your Plants
As plants continue to grow, they pull nutrients from the soil. Without mid-season feeding, many flowers, shrubs, and even vegetables may start to struggle by July or August.
Solution: Soil Enhancers and Compost
Royalton Supply’s Organic Leaf Compost is a natural, chemical-free way to give your soil a second wind. Blend it into garden beds, around the base of shrubs, or into vegetable gardens to support ongoing plant growth and flower production.
You can also use it as a top dressing for lawns to improve root strength and drought tolerance.
- Don’t Forget Hardscape Touch-Ups
Summer is the perfect time to take a good look at your pavers, patios, fire pits, and retaining walls. Weeds growing in the cracks or shifting stones can make your landscape look messy.
Solution: Polymeric Sand, Base Materials, and Stone Care Products
Royalton Supply offers polymeric sand, compactable gravel bases, and paver edging materials to help you maintain your hardscape investments. If you are planning a new patio or retaining wall, now is the time to get started—before the fall rush hits.
Browse hardscape materials and inspiration online at www.royaltonsupply.com.
- Try a New Look with Mid-Season Color
Mid-summer is also a great time to add new color and texture. Fresh annuals or late-blooming perennials can brighten up fading flower beds and keep your landscape vibrant through September.
Product Suggestion: Soil and Decorative Stone for New Plantings
Use Royalton Supply’s Screened Topsoil and Compost Blend to prepare planting areas and accent with natural stone for contrast. Need to elevate a corner of the yard? A few strategically placed boulders or flagstone pieces can add structure and height.
Why Choose Royalton Supply?
Royalton Supply is Northeast Ohio’s premier supplier of landscaping materials, mulch, decorative stone, and soil products. Whether you’re refreshing your yard, tackling a DIY project, or planning something big with your landscape contractor, we offer:
- High-quality bulk and bagged materials
- A wide selection of decorative aggregates and hardscape products
- Local delivery across Northeast Ohio
- Expert guidance from a friendly, knowledgeable team
Everything you need to keep your garden beds and lawn looking great all summer long is just a click or visit away.
Ready to Refresh Your Landscape?
Don’t let summer heat wilt your curb appeal. From mulch and compost to decorative stone and drainage solutions, Royalton Supply has everything you need to keep your yard thriving and beautiful through the hottest days of the year.
Visit www.royaltonsupply.com to browse our product selection, get quotes, and schedule a delivery. Or stop by our North Royalton yard and speak with our team in person.
Royalton Supply – Beautifying Northeast Ohio One Yard at a Time.
