Your home’s lawn is one of the biggest parts of the exterior of your house, and it plays a big role in the overall curb appeal of your property. While lawns are dormant for much of the winter, the actions that you take (or don’t take) during the winter months can make or break your lawn in the spring.
Avoid Salt Damage
If you DIY your snow removal and ice treatment instead of working with a professional like JFC Grounds Maintenance, you’ll need to plan ahead to avoid salt or ice melt damage. When treating sidewalks and places on the edge of your lawn, make sure that you are using safe ice melt products. Never sprinkle them in a broad area where they might land on the grass. Additionally, only use the smallest amount necessary to be effective.
Don’t Excessively Compact the Soil
Even if you had aeration and overseeding done in the fall, you should be careful to avoid excessive soil compaction. When there is a lot of snow resting on top of the grass, it can lead to compact soil and bare spots in the spring. As you remove snow, avoid piling it on top of the grass to make steep piles. Evenly distributing the weight of the snow reduces the risk of bare patches.
Rake Up the Leaves
It can be hard to time raking the leaves perfectly, as sometimes snow falls before all of your trees have dropped their leaves. Even if you didn’t get it all done in the autumn, you can still get the job done once the snow melts. If you leave wet leaves on the lawn for the fall and winter, you can attract pests, have bare patches in the spring, and encourage fungal growth.
Remove Debris
Winter storms can leave behind branches, leaves, and other yard debris scattered around your home. It might be uncomfortable picking it up in the cold, but prompt removal is important to preserve your home’s curb appeal, ensure there was no serious damage, and avoid soil compaction.
Snow Removal and Lawn Care Services from JFC Grounds Maintenance
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