Most of your landscaping tasks will be put on hold once winter approaches, but there’s still plenty left to do to ensure that your lawn, garden, and tools will be in the best possible shape once spring rolls around. Myers Lawn Care Services provides landscape design and lawn maintenance services to residents in Eldersburg, Ellicott City, and Catonsville, MD, and their team is especially knowledgeable when it comes to winter prep.

Here, Myers Lawn Care Services shares seven must-do chores to complete before winter sets in:

• Drain Fuel: For safety purposes and optimal functionality, clear the fuel from your lawn mower and any other power equipment you have.
• Rake & Remove Leaves: Give your lawn as great a chance of thriving in the spring’s thaw as possible by keeping it clear of any dead leaves. If you need assistance with leaf pickup and removal, allow Myers Law Care Services to help.
• Empty Containers: Clear out any watering cans or similar containers to avoid cracking, and store them upside-down.
• Clear Your Hose: When it’s time to get back into your landscaping routine, you won’t want a hose that’s clogged or damaged as a result of frozen water. Drain all of the water by laying the hose out over a railing or door. Then, roll it up and store it.
• Store Your Nozzles: To find them easily in the springtime, store your nozzles and sprinkler attachments in one place. Keeping them in a bucket or on a hook in your garage or shed is one option.
• Care For Your Tools: Wash your lawn tools and rub them with vegetable oil to prevent rust development while they’re not in use.
• Keep Your Lawn Short: Mow your lawn as late into the year as possible, and keep it short. High grass attracts rodents, which can cause damage to your lawn.

If you need any landscaping assistance to winterize your lawn and garden, feel free to enlist the help of the professionals at Myers Lawn Care Services. Call (443) 398-2960 to speak with one of their team members today, or read about their services online.