With the first day of spring just around the corner, winter’s harsh conditions will soon be behind us. As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to refresh your yard and landscaping to ensure everything thrives in the coming months. The Rogue Valley experiences unpredictable winters—ranging from heavy rain and high winds to snow and hail—so your outdoor space may need some extra care.
Essential Spring Cleanup Tasks
To keep your lawn and landscaping in top shape, here are some key tasks to tackle:
1. Rake Up Leaves
Some homeowners prefer to rake leaves throughout the fall, while others wait until all the leaves have dropped. Either method works, as long as leaves are cleared away before warmer weather arrives. Leaving wet, matted leaves on your lawn can create a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi, potentially damaging your grass. Plus, a thick layer of leaves blocks sunlight, preventing healthy growth.
2. Remove Yard Debris
Winter storms can scatter branches, twigs, and other debris across your lawn. Cleaning up this mess is essential to prevent damage to your grass and reduce the risk of injury when it’s time to mow.
3. Aerate Your Lawn
If your lawn sees heavy foot traffic, dries out quickly, or was installed with sod, aeration is an important step. Aerating helps break up compacted soil, allowing air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots more effectively. This process encourages stronger, healthier grass growth.
4. Inspect & Repair Irrigation Systems
Winter weather can take a toll on sprinklers and irrigation lines, displacing or damaging them. Spring is an ideal time to check for leaks, reposition sprinklers, and replace any broken parts. If you don’t have an irrigation system, this is also the perfect opportunity to install one—while the ground is still soft from winter moisture.
Let Bumgardners Landscape Handle Your Spring Cleanup!
Tackling all of these landscaping tasks can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone! At Bumgardners Landscape, we specialize in spring cleanup, lawn maintenance, irrigation repairs, and more to get your yard looking its best.
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