During the fall is when you can help prep your yard for the coming months ahead, when you might not end up using your outdoor space that often.
From pruning trees and shrubs to regular gutter cleaning, to keeping on top of blocked drains and damage to the foundations.
With that being said, there are a number of tips and tricks for a beautiful yard this fall. This guide will help you maximize the time you have available to keep your backyard in good condition and ticking over during the winter months.
Remove fallen leaves
To help keep your garden looking clean and tidy, consider removing any fallen leaves that have started to deteriorate and therefore create a scattering on your lawn or across the yard in general.
While fallen leaves might be nice to see for a little while, once they start decomposing, they end up making the yard smell, and they’ll get everywhere. It’s therefore a good idea to remove all of your fallen leaves where possible.
Using a rake, claw back any leaves into one area so that you can then collect them up in a bag ready for disposal into your trash or down a local recycling centre. You’ll want to keep on top of this to make sure that your lawn and yard, for the most part, are free of dead leaves.
Provide a little lawn care
A little lawn care is always helpful when it comes to keeping your yard in good condition. That way, your lawn will flourish on the days when there’s a bit of sun and sunlight available.
Mow the lawn for the last time, making sure to adjust the mower height as needed. You’ll then want to aerate the lawn to improve soil health and drainage. You may want to add some fertilizer to the lawn to promote root growth and then overseed any bare spots in order to thicken your turf.
A bit of TLC for your lawn here and there will make a big difference to how it all looks when you come to enjoy it in the warmer months of the year.
Maintain your tools and keep them stored away
It’s most likely the case that you have several tools that need to be prepped and stored away for the winter months. You will not likely need to use any of the tools you’d use over the warmer months because a lot of your garden will go into hibernation mode.
You may also find yourself spending less time in the garden. With that being said, it’s a good idea to have some form of storage so that you can put away your tools safely and securely.
Some garden tools can be costly, so you don’t want to leave them out unsecured for any passersby to take them. From a leaf blower cordless appliance to your garden rake or trowels, this secure space should fit everything comfortably.
This is also a good time to sharpen any tools that have become blunt and to clean any that are dirty before storing them away.
Trim back trees and shrubs
Trimming back any trees and shrubs is important when it comes to maintaining your lawn. Not only does it help keep the lawn presentable in general, but it’s also helpful in keeping it tidy so that pests don’t get access to your property as a result of overhanging branches or nearby shrubs growing too close to your home’s foundations.
Trimming back trees and shrubs will do wonders when it comes to your yard’s appearance, so it’s worth doing it yourself if you have the time and tools, or getting it done by a professional.
Sometimes, by getting it done by the pros, you don’t need to worry too much about doing too much in the way of damage to your shrubs and trees. It also means you can sit back and relax, not needing to worry too much about messing with your yard if you’re not green-thumbed.
Get the gutters cleaned
Gutter cleaning is an important part of your home maintenance and something you’ll want to get done regularly, where possible. This is particularly important during those cooler months of the year, where there’s likely to be a lot more rainfall and, as such, a greater chance of blocked gutters or leaks.
With that being said, it’s worth looking at the option of a roof and gutter specialist who can do both when it comes to helping maintain your roof and gutter health. Your roof might be something you want to get checked out every so often, too, as this can also require some upkeep every now and then, where possible.
Remove any broken furniture or toys
Broken furniture or toys that have been left out on the lawn or may be stored somewhere against a fence or shrub will need to be removed.
This is only going to impact the appearance of your yard and be a potential tripping hazard for anyone who may be spending time in the backyard now and over those cooler months of the year.
Do a good declutter of the space, just like you would internally, so that you’re starting afresh with your yard. It’ll also make your outdoor space a lot more attractive so that you can enjoy it throughout the year.
Protect sensitive plants during the winter
Protecting your plants is certainly important and something you’ll want to do when it comes to the winter months. There will be some plants that are a lot more sensitive in the cooler months, especially where there’s heavy rainfall or snow.
Therefore, you’ll want to protect these plants from frost with the right materials. There’s usually plenty of covers available to suit all plant types so that they’re protected from the frost and can be enjoyed throughout the seasons to come.
To help keep your yard clean this fall, use these tips and tricks for a beautiful lawn that can be enjoyed now and in the future.
