The weather is changing and the temperatures are dropping pretty quick. Most of us just stop worrying about our lawns. No more mowing, weeding, pruning, or maintenance. You might be thinking, “Why would I need to take care of it? The grass is growing more slowly and the snow and ice are on their way!” Yes, this is true, but fall is the best time to prepare your lawn for the months ahead. It is time to do some extra maintenance so there is less to do in the spring.
Maintaining your Lawn
Here are a few things you can do this fall to ready your lawn for the winter. Not only will it help your lawn during the winter, but it will also give your lawn a jump-start in the spring. Avoid having to fix problems with dead grass or fungal issues with these tips.
During the fall you should:
- Continue to mow throughout the fall
- Drop the mower blade for the last two cuttings of the season
- Water your lawn as needed
- Consider aerating your lawn
- Rake up leaves and remove them
- Fertilize your lawn
- Spray weed killer in early fall
If this list surprises you, or you just do not want to have to do it all, consider calling us here at Heartwoods Landscaping Inc. We provide maintenance and seasonal cleanup services. We are professionals who know exactly how and when to mow, water, aerate, rake, fertilize, and spray for weeds. If you want to have a beautiful lawn in the spring and avoid having to make up all of this work, make sure to call us. Our service area covers Central Illinois including Washington, Eureka, Metamora, Germantown Hills, East Peoria, Peoria, Morton, and Dunlap. We also provide landscaping, hardscaping, and design services, so don’t hesitate to give us a call for other landscaping needs.
