Both spring and fall clean ups offer many benefits to the health and overall look to your landscape, but what needs to be done and when? Let’s take a closer look at what goes into seasonal clean ups.

Spring Clean-Up: A Fresh Start

Spring clean-up is essential for revitalizing your garden after a long winter. Here’s how:

• Cut Back Withered Plant Material: Cut back any remaining perennials down to the ground before new growth starts to emerge. This will help prevent diseases, allow better air flow, and improve the over all look of your garden.
• Remove Fallen Debris: Remove any remaining leaf litter, twigs, or other debris that can harbor diseases.
• Prepare for Planting: Prepare your garden beds for any new plantings by removing weeds and adding compost if your soil needs it.
• Fertilize: Apply a balanced fertilizer to give your plants a boost for the growing season.
• Plant Summer Flowering Bulbs: Wait until the threat of frost has passed. Each variety of bulbs will have different requirements. Look at the back of the packaging for the best instructions.
• Mulch: Mulching can be done in spring or fall for different purposes. Spring mulching is usually done to improve the look of your landscape and is often accompanied by edging the bed to improve the outline of your landscaping.
• Pest and Disease Control: Inspect your plants for signs of damage and take necessary steps to prevent infestations.

Fall Clean-Up: Setting the Stage for Spring

While spring clean-up is important, fall clean-up can set the stage for a healthy and thriving garden the following year. Here’s why:

• Preventing Disease: Remove or mulch fallen leaves on your lawn to reduce the risk of fungal diseases in your yard.
• Planting Bulbs: Plant spring-flowering bulbs like tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths.
• Mulching: Protect tender plants from harsh winter weather by covering the base of them with mulch.

Clean Up for the Seasons

Ultimately, both spring and fall clean-up are crucial for maintaining a healthy and beautiful garden. By dedicating time to both, you can ensure your outdoor space thrives year-round. Finding what works best for you is important. If you have questions on clean ups or other maintenance tips, give us a call or message us on Facebook.