Floridians sometimes take an optimistic view of the overgrown parts of their property. Whether they prefer to let things grow “naturally,” or they get some sense of privacy from the overgrowth, or they’re afraid of disturbing local wildlife.
It’s a natural mindset, since so many plants grow so quickly here—especially in the springtime. After all, it can be much easier to appreciate the thick, green parts of your yard than it is to clear them out.
But those overgrown areas hide a lot of problems. Insects, pests, invasive species, property liabilities, and even plant diseases flourish when Sarasota-Bradenton landscapes grow wild.
Rather than accept the wild corners of your yard, we urge you to hire a professional team to clear them out. Here are some of the many ways you’ll benefit.
Reduced Mosquitos
One of the biggest ongoing battles we fight in Florida is against mosquitos. And if your yard is overgrown, you’re letting the enemy into your ranks.
It’s not just stagnant water; mosquitos thrive in the untended underbrush. The shade, the dead leaves, the moisture—mosquitos love all of that.
If you’re having an issue with mosquitos this season, look to remedy your messy landscaping first.
Reduced Pests
And it’s not just mosquitos. Other critters live in the underbrush, including raccoons, which disrupt garbage and potentially carry rabies. (Just this year, the Florida Department of Health issued a rabies advisory after discovering a raccoon with the disease in central Sarasota.)
And in overgrown Sarasota-Bradenton landscaping, rats and cockroaches thrive, too, giving them front-line access to your home. Even a squeaky-clean home is susceptible to pest infestations if the yard is unkept.
Healthier, Florida-Friendly Plants
Overgrown property gives invasive plant species the chance to take over. These non-native, fast-growing plants choke out native species and damage the environment. On top of that, invasive plants aren’t built to withstand Florida weather, meaning you suffer more mess and even damage from storms and wind.
At the same time, those densely grown areas promote plant diseases that can also harm the surrounding environment. In Florida, dollar spot and brown patch are two highly problematic fungal diseases that grow unchecked in the shady, moist areas under overgrowth. These diseases will easily cause damage to the healthier parts of your lawn and landscape and even your neighbors’ yards.
After a landscape cleanout, Sarasota’s native flora and other landscape-friendly plants have room for healthy growth.
Sarasota-Bradenton Landscape Cleanouts from Big South
Of course, we understand that clearing away overgrown property is a big job, and many people don’t have the tools or physical resources to tackle such a big project. That’s what we’re here for!
In addition to our regular Sarasota-Bradenton lawn maintenance services, Big South offers custom landscaping jobs, including thorough cleanouts of overgrown property. We’ll even provide a free quote. Just visit https://bigsouthlawn.com/contact/ to learn more.
