(Image credit: Future) With summer almost here, it's the ideal time to tackle those crucial tasks and get your garden ready for the season. And whether you’re hoping to entertain in your backyard or simply want a pristine patio, there is one natural organism that can ruin the overall look — algae. Typically, algae forms a green film or powdery layer and thrives in damp, moist environments. It has no roots or stems and is commonly found on surfaces that are naturally porous and absorb moisture easily, such as stone, paving, tarmac, and concrete. Worse, if your patio doesn’t get enough sunlight or is in a shaded area, this means the dampness will take longer to dry out, which accelerates the growth of algae. Spray white vinegar on algae Algae on patio stones (Image credit: Shutterstock) It seems like white vinegar has superpowers when it comes to cleaning and removing stubborn stains, but it also makes a great patio cleaner.…