Whether we like it or not, cold weather is ahead. While we can bundle up in sweaters and blankets, our yards can’t. Ideal Supplies, Inc. has all the landscape supplies you’ll need to help you keep your lawns and gardens in good shape. Here are some tips to help Ludlow, KY gardeners through the winter.

First of all, you’ll want to plan ahead. Winter yard care should ideally begin before the first frost hits. Remove weeds, spread a good amount of fertilizer, and aerate your soil to give roots a chance to sprawl out. Gradually trim your grass back to a healthy level, as long grass can mat down over the winter and may also attract critters you don’t want in your yard. 

Plants that are vulnerable to the cold may need mulching to keep them insulated. You can make your own mulch at home from fallen leaves if your mower is up to the task, or buy it according to your needs. Frost can make grass more susceptible to damage, so encourage visitors to keep off the lawn.

Another winter danger to your lawn is snow mold, where the moisture from months of piled-up snow allows the pesky fungus to flourish. While this doesn’t pose a major risk to your yard’s health, it can be unsightly. Avoid it by keeping your grass short and making sure snow doesn’t pile up too heavily in any given area.

Your local hardware store, Ideal Supplies, Inc., is here for the residents of the Covington area with over 50 years of experience and support. You can call a friendly representative at (859) 491-6666 or learn more about their reasonably priced landscape supplies and mulch on their website and connect with them on Facebook.