Now that the worst of winter has passed, it’s time to start thinking about getting your yard ready for spring. Whether you love entertaining guests out back or pulling up to a perfectly manicured lawn out front, there are steps you can take now to ensure lush, green grass well into next fall. Here are the key landscaping tips to get you started. 

3 Landscaping Tips for Spring

1. Inspect All Trees & Shrubs

Inspect all the trees and shrubs on your property to ensure they weathered the winter. If some did not, such issues will need to be addressed before proceeding with other landscaping tasks. Look for broken or damaged branches and signs of disease or infestation. Common signs of tree diseases include hard gray growths, seeping fluid, peeling bark, powdery mildew, brown or yellow leaves, and black shoots or flowers. 

2. Start Weed Prevention 

Now is the perfect time to start controlling weeds. If you already work with a landscaping contractor, they will likely come out in the spring to apply pre-emergent formulas that prevent weeds. If your thumb is feeling extra green this year, call a local professional and ask for their recommendations or dig around online to find the most effective weed control products for your area. 

3. Sprinkle New Mulch

Mulch decomposes over time, so it’s important to add some more every year to keep your gardens looking tidy. And since mulch helps the soil retain moisture, sprinkling a fresh layer over all the flowerbeds will ensure the biggest and brightest blooms possible. Just make sure the mulch is never more than three inches deep, and keep it away from tree trunks. 

While the above tips will help revive your yard this spring, professional lawn care services can make it healthier—and more beautiful—than ever. For reliable landscaping all 12 months of the year, turn to Steve Hinesly and Co. Inc in Asheboro, NC. Serving the Triad Area, this family-owned and -operated company is proud to help residential and commercial clients maintain their lawns, gardens, pools, and patios. Their services include tree trimming, hardscaping, and irrigation installation. To view some of their completed projects, check out their website. To discuss your vision for a backyard oasis, call (336) 629-3779 or (336) 886-9542.