1. Keep Up with Leaf Removal
As colorful as they are, leaves left on your lawn can block sunlight, trap moisture, and invite mold or pests. Rake regularly or call us for scheduled leaf cleanup services. We’ll keep your property looking sharp — and your lawn healthy.
2. Feed Your Lawn Before the Freeze
Fall fertilization helps strengthen grass roots, giving your lawn the energy it needs to survive winter and grow in thicker and greener next spring. Now’s the perfect time to apply a slow-release, winterizing fertilizer.
3. Aerate and Overseed
Over the summer, your soil may have become compacted. Core aeration breaks it up, allowing water, air, and nutrients to reach the roots. Overseeding at the same time fills in bare spots and improves turf density.
4. Cut Back Perennials & Prune Shrubs
Trimming back perennials after the first frost keeps your beds tidy and prevents disease. Shrub and tree pruning reduces the risk of winter damage from snow and ice. It also sets the stage for healthier spring growth. See what flowers bloom in fall.
5. Apply Fresh Mulch (the Right Way)
Mulch protects plant roots from temperature swings and moisture loss, but too much can suffocate your plants. Let us top off your mulch beds properly for winter — and make your yard look crisp through the colder months.
6. Don’t Forget Irrigation Shutdown
Before freezing temperatures arrive, be sure to winterize your irrigation system. Draining the lines and shutting off valves now can prevent costly burst pipes and damage in the spring.
Fall Homeowner Tip:
Mow Tall in Fall – Gradually lower your mower height over the last few cuts, but never scalp your lawn before winter. Grass that’s too short is more prone to stress and winterkill.
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