Fall is officially here, and as the leaves begin to brown and fall, you’ll want to ensure your lawn is prepared for the off-season. Scheduling a fall cleanup will allow you to prepare your grass and trees for the cooler temperatures of fall and the upcoming snowy winter.

What Happens During a Fall Cleanup?

A fall cleanup will prepare every part of your yard for the colder weather. Routine lawn care and mowing will continue, with the blades on the mower moving further down the blade as the season progresses. When your lawn is cut for the final time, the grass will be nearly one inch shorter than usual. It is essential to make this change gradually so as not to shock the grass and cause it to die. In addition to tending to your grass, a fall cleanup includes:

• Planting fall annuals such as mums.
• Applying fertilizer to the grass provides nutrients throughout the winter and encourages growth come spring.
• Pruning branches can weigh down trees and harm them during snowstorms. Branches hanging close to your home, especially your roof or windows, will also be pruned.
• Leaves will be raked and removed several times to prevent compaction. If debris is left on your grass and snow falls on top of it, it can cause many problems in the spring.
• Mulch will be laid down around perennials to prevent weeds from growing.

Why Should I Schedule a Yard Cleanup?

Scheduling a cleanup will help maintain your grass for spring. If left unattended, debris will press down on the grass under the pressure of snow throughout the winter, depriving it of oxygen. When the snow melts away, your grass will return patchy and may not grow back in certain areas. Scheduling a cleanup will ensure nothing is in the way of your vegetation, keeping grass and perennials healthy.

Fall Cleanups in Swampscott & Marblehead, MA

Contact Lassana’s Landscaping today if you are interested in having your yard cleaned up this fall! We are performing cleanups throughout the fall until the first snow. Lassana’s Landscaping can be reached by calling 781-631-1938 or filling out our online contact form.