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how to prepare landscaping for winter

how to prepare landscaping for winter

  1. Apply mulch. Mulch around trees, plants, and shrubs to add extra protection for winter. ...
  2. Prune most plants in winter. The late dormant season is best for most pruning in many regions. ...
  3. Protect against water loss. ...
  4. Take precautions against snow and ice. ...
  5. Apply wire mesh to the base of young trees.

  1. What should you put on your lawn before winter?
  2. How do I winterize my landscaping?
  3. How can I make my yard look better in the winter?
  4. Do landscapers work in the winter?

What should you put on your lawn before winter?

Aerate & Fertilize

Aerating gives your lawn a chance to breathe before the grass goes dormant, and helps relieve any compaction that has built up during the warmer months. After you've opened up your lawn, it's a good time to fertilize with Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall Lawn Food.

How do I winterize my landscaping?

Top 3 Tips for Winterizing Your Landscape

  1. Give plants a long, deep drink of water. Give all of your permanent plants a deep soak before everything freezes solid. ...
  2. Surround plants with a warm blanket of mulch. ...
  3. Apply a protective coat, like Wilt Stop, to keep plants from drying out.

How can I make my yard look better in the winter?

Check out these tips on how to make your lawn look good during the winter, and enjoy a gorgeous landscape all year long!

  1. Invest in Winter-Blooming Plants. ...
  2. Work in Some Evergreens. ...
  3. Add Color in Non-Conventional Ways. ...
  4. Prepare for Winter in Advance. ...
  5. Trust the Professionals.

Do landscapers work in the winter?

The most typical off-season work for landscapers is snow removal. ... It's basically your lawn maintenance, but with snow on the ground. The same scheduling you do for your crews in the summer can work in the winter. Your snow plowing will need to be more flexible depending on when snow is falling.

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