Spring time is here and hopefully we can say good-by to winter.
For landscape enthusiasts, spring marks the beginning of a busy season ahead. Getting your lawn and landscape back in shape is of the up-most importance in the spring time. Some of the beneficial things done to your lawn and landscape in the spring will pave the way for a successful growing season. By now your lawn is just starting to show signs of life after a long winter. New grass growth is noticeable and existing blades are starting to regain their color. Spring aeration is a great way to wake up your lawn from a dormant winter. Aeration will encourage new root development and it will also relieve compaction from piles of snow. De-thatching on the other hand will help comb out your grass. If you have matted down grass from piles of snow, de-thatching can help give your lawn new life. Removing old thatch will instantly make your lawn look greener. Thatch from last fall is hiding new grass growth.
Spring time landscape tips.
- Topdressing mulch beds is always a way to instantly dress up your property. Mulch also helps reduce weed growth in your landscape beds.
- Prune dead or damaged branches on trees and shrubs before they start to leaf out. Most plant material can tolerate minor spring pruning. Some plant also benefit from spring pruning. Checking your plants and trees in the spring time before they leaf out allows you to see any visible damaged branches. When foliage returns to your plants and trees, it may be harder to see damage that needs attention.
- Fertilize your lawn and plants. Spring is a great time of year to fertilize your lawn and plants. Your lawn will instantly react to the infusion of nutrients. The right amount and type of fertilizer will also encourage your plants to have larger and more colorful blooms.