Winterize your Landscape – Fall Garden Care

Winterizing may be difficult, but the preparation is worth it knowing that there are fewer things to worry about when spring comes. The landscape is a crucial part of any homeowner’s stead, so it is important to give it prior care and attention.

Fertilize the lawn well after trimming it properly. The shorter the grass, the lower the chance of fungi from thriving. This should also be free of debris to avoid leaving impressions on the grass when snow covers it.

• Keep potted plants indoors or drain the water well.
• Aerating the lawn will also contribute to having a lush and healthier landscape when all the snow melt away.
• Prune trees and remove weak branches.
• Spray shrubs with an anti-desiccant solution to keep branches from breaking due to the accumulated snow. You can also cover them with breathable fabrics.

Remove leaves from gutters or wherever else they may accumulate. These may clog drains that can store water and freeze unintentionally causing damage to the surrounding area. An example may be gutter pipes that can inhibit the flow of water. This will freeze and when the ice expands, cause potential damage to the gutter.

Store patio furniture indoors. If there is immovable furniture, it is best to cover it with specially-designed vinyl sheets. If there are wooden structures or furniture, pain them to extend their durability against the cold.

Concrete driveways that may have cracks on the surface are best patched up with moisture-repelling sealants especially meant for asphalt pavements. Use deicers only when necessary. This contributes to the freeze-thaw cycle, which damages concrete.

Cover pools, as well. A good quality cover should prevent the debris from collecting inside the pool. Sure enough, this will cause unwanted stains when debris like leaves start to rot. The cover should be clean and free of holes, rips or tears.

• For above-ground pools, drain the water level and clean the inside of the pool.
• Have a representative from a pool-supply company to inspect the water sample. He will recommend chemicals especially for above-ground pools that you need to add to the remaining water. This will help prevent the minerals in the water from staining the pool and also kill the algae.
• Store ladder, hoses, filters and other pool accessories properly indoors.

For fountains, the method is just about the same with sprinkler systems. Drain it. Empty the pipes of water, as well. This will prevent the pipes from bursting due to freezing caused by the cold weather.

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