Many homeowners forget about their landscape in winter, but that can leave your lawn a mess when spring arrives. Lawn maintenance is necessary, no matter the season. If you’re unsure what you can do in the winter, below are several tips.

Landscape Maintenance in Winter

1. Prune Plants

Plants are dormant in winter, which is a perfect time for pruning. This process removes dead or dying pieces to promote healthy growth. Dying limbs or stems can be diseased, and ignoring your landscape can prevent them from flowering. By pruning, not only are you revitalizing plant health, but also adding more space to your lawn.

2. Clean Debris

Watch your yard for the debris that flies in. Most of it is leaves blowing in from other areas, but they can be harmful if not removed. Leaves look unappealing on your lawn, can damage grass, and stain pavement if left unattended. They also provide cover for rodents.

3. Protect Your Landscape

Gardens with no maintenance can bring unwanted guests like pests and deer. Insects and rodents can hide in leaf clutter under trees and bring disease or find a way inside your home. Food is more difficult to find in winter months, and deer will wander into neighborhoods to eat shrubbery. Proper fencing and deer repellent can keep them away.

4. Remove Winter Weeds

Weeds can grow in any weather or season. Chickweed and purple deadnettle thrive in colder months and can wreak havoc on a neglected landscape. If you see them growing in your yard, don’t wait until spring to remove them. Call a lawn maintenance professional if you’re unsure how to proceed.

5. Get on the Landscaper’s List

Many landscapers have fewer clients during winter, so call early to get on their list. As spring comes along, landscaping services will increase dramatically. Clean up can take considerable time depending on the size of the project. The longer you wait, the further down the list you’ll end up.

For help taking care of your lawn in winter, reach out to Lawn Impressions. Based in Franklin, OH, they provide customers with quality lawn care. They can handle any lawn project, from pest control to fall cleanup. For the winter months, they also offer exceptional snow removal service, so you can get to work safely. Call them today at (937) 748-9431 or visit online for more information on their services.