THE 7 MUST-DOS OF FALL YARD CLEANUP

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THE 7 MUST-DOS OF FALL YARD CLEANUP:


1• CLEAN OUT DEBRIS AND FALLEN LEAVES

Fallen leaves and weeds are the perfect place for pests to settle in for the winter. Clear out flower beds to keep the critters at bay. Pay special attention to rose beds, as their foliage can foster disease over the winter.

2• TRIM ROGUE BRANCHES

Trim up any large or out-of-place tree branches that may cause trouble during the winter. You don't want any branches breaking and falling during the snowfall to come.

3• CLEAN OUT THE GUTTERS

Not all fall cleanup is in the yard. This is the perfect time to clear leaves and other debris from rain gutters. Check for proper drainage, clear out any and rinse with a hose.

4• AERATE THE LAWN

Break up soil to keep water from pooling and guarantee that nutrients will reach the roots over the winter.

5• FEED THE LAWN

Send your yard into winter with the nutrients it needs to survive the long, cold sleep. Add a fall lawn fertilizer with high phosphorous content to encourage root growth and enjoy a lush, green lawn come spring.

6• PRUNE TREES AND SHRUBS

Trim any dead branches and cut back overgrown trees and bushes. If you have blooming perennials like clematis or roses, now is the time to prune them and train the branches.

7• GIVE YOUR LAWN ONE LAST MOW

Set the mower to a low setting and give the lawn a close buzz before winter sets in. This helps the soil dry out more quickly in the spring, which leads to a lusher lawn.