As the weather gets warmer, there’s nothing like setting up a nice inflatable pool in the garden for all the family and guests to enjoy. It is the perfect way to cool down and keeps the children occupied. However, as with most things, it does have its drawbacks and in fact, garden experts are actually warning against the pools as they can destroy your lawn.
The reason being is quite simple: grass needs both sunshine and oxygen in order for photosynthesis to take place, but by keeping your paddling pool in the same place, not only are you not giving it time to breathe, but you basically end up suffocating it. Sean Lade, gardening expert and director of Easy Garden Irrigation, said: “Leaving your inflatable pool in one spot for long amounts of time will block the grass and soil underneath from being exposed to important sunlight and air, which can cause it to dry out and eventually die.”
However, you do not have to miss out completely. Fortunately, the expert provided information on how to enjoy having a paddling pool out this summer whilst protecting your grass at the same time.
Instead, the expert suggests that garden owners avoid destroying their grass by ” moving the paddling pool to a different spot each day. ” That way, there is not one specific spot on your lawn where the grass is being voided of sunlight and water throughout the season.
Sean noted that this may be a challenge for those with smaller gardens, so those with less space should “empty the water daily and move the pool off the grass.”
Additionally, although it might seem like you’re treating your grass, tipping the water onto the lawn is a big no no, as you could be at risk of overwatering or waterlogging.
If you would like to save water, you could pop it into a bucket, watering can or jug and use it to water the rest of your garden, including container gardens or any raised garden beds. You can also use it to feed your indoor plants as well.
However, the best way to avoid ruining your lawn is to avoid placing the inflatable pool on your grass. Instead, go for the patio; that way, the children can enjoy cooling down without damaging the beautiful grass. It’s a win-win for everyone.
