Written by Shannon Landscaping - November 10, 2022

Cold weather preparations should be almost com-

plete come this time of year. A little extra care this

fall will help to pave the way for healthier, thicker

lawn growth when spring returns. Winter has a way

of sneaking up on us, so the sooner the following

steps are taken, the better.

Letting your lawn breathe

Fallen leaves and other organic debris should be

raked up and removed to prevent smothering your

grass over the winter. If you have a compost pile,

these items will make a great addition. To “clear the

airways” even further, your lawn should also be aer-

ated if it hasn’t been already.

Taking it down a notch

As the growing season winds down, mowing height

should go down too. It’s best to reduce the mowing

height gradually over several cuttings to avoid

shocking the grass. Mowing should continue until

grass has stopped growing for the year, and the

final cut of the season should be about 1’ above the

thatch layer. This “short cut” will help the lawn to

retain its color and resist disease over the winter

months. It’s also beneficial to mulch clippings in-

stead of bagging them, since they add valuable or-

ganic matter to the soil.

Feeding the roots

Your lawn’s root system is undergoing a growth

spurt right now as it works to convert nutrients

unto food reserves for the winter season. The nutri-

ents provided by a heavy fertilization this fall will

promote deeper, stronger roots to fortify your turf

for the colder months ahead. Plus, fall fertilization

will encourage earlier and thicker green-up in the

spring. For a hardier, healthier, better-looking lawn

through the winter and into the spring, winteriza-

tion is just the thing! Each of the practices men-

tioned here can make a world of difference for your

turf.

Call us today if you need help with your lawn

winterization.

Has your lawn been winterized?