As Pennsylvania’s warm streak comes to an end and many residents are facing winter weather advisories, it’s time to make sure your residential landscaping in East Petersburg and the surrounding areas is protected from the harsh weather brought by winter.
Lawn
Setting your lawn up for success next spring can save you tons of time later on trying to revive your lawn. To start, cut your grass short and remove any leaves or debris. While skipping out on raking as it gets colder may be tempting, leaves block sunlight from reaching your grass which can leave your lawn unhealthy and in need of some major TLC next spring.
You can also make sure your lawn is coming back as green and lush as ever by applying a winterizing fertilizer before winter hits! Fertilizing your lawn now can help it absorb the nutrients and can increase its durability throughout the harsh winter.
Shrubs
Fall is the best time to prepare any delicate shrubs and hedges by wrapping them. This can protect them from thermal damage, wind and the elements. When wrapping, use a breathable material like burlap to avoid smothering your shrubs.
Additionally, if wildlife are common in your area, consider installing a deer fence or using spray to discourage your shrubs from becoming a source of food – leaving them chewed and damaged to start off spring.
Trees
Winter can be harsh on your trees, which is why it’s important to make sure they are well watered throughout the fall. Making sure your trees are watered properly throughout the fall will keep roots strong and protect the soil from drying out throughout winter.
Adding mulch can also help protect the moisture levels in the soil to keep your trees healthy from the roots up.
Landscaping
Applying a layer of mulch or pine straw to your landscaping in the fall can help insulate it throughout the winter. Plus, it gives your landscaping extra nutrients that would otherwise be lacking during the colder months with less sunlight. Adding mulch can also help your landscaping from frost damage, which is especially important when it comes to the roots of your plants.
If you have any plants that are extra sensitive to the cold, now is the time to wrap them with burlap to protect them from thermal damage.
Finally, you can apply herbicide in the fall to get a head start on controlling the weeds that will pop up in spring.
Hire Root’s for Residential Landscaping
Is your landscaping prepared for winter? Sometimes the easiest way to prepare your landscaping is to hire a professional landscaping company! From understanding which plants are at risk of thermal damage to knowing how much water to give them, professional landscapers have the experience and expertise to set your landscaping up for early spring success.
For residential landscaping services in East Petersburg or the surrounding areas, call Root’s Nurseries today at 717-898-0041 or request a free estimate!
