Spring is the season of growth and change. This is also a great opportunity to declutter your possessions and keep all the elements safe, healthy and beautiful. Here are a few steps we recommend for proper spring cleaning. This can be a lot of work. However, if you’re determined to make sure everything works, be sure to read the full checklist below. If you need help, the experts at RDK Landscaping can help you with everything.
- ✓ Clean lawns and garden beds.
- ✓ Check the health of trees, shrubs and lawns.
- ✓ Trim trees and shrubs.
- ✓ Repair bed lines and edges.
- ✓ Aerate the lawn with a core aerator.
- ✓ Add a new layer of mulch.
- ✓ Make sure the drain hose is draining properly.
Leaf, Debris Cleaning and Lawn Health Assessment
The first step is to clean the entire property, which includes checking the condition of the lawn, trimming all shrubs and trees, and removing all debris. Remove dead leaves, loose twigs, branches, and other debris that may have fallen over the winter to allow for a more thorough inspection of the building.
Pruning trees and shrubs
After removing all debris, check the trees and shrubs for any necessary pruning. Spring is an ideal time for pruning, as some trees and plants can only be pruned in spring. For example, lilacs should be pruned after blooming in early spring or summer. Pruning too early before flowering will prevent you from seeing the beautiful blooms this plant has to offer. The experts at RDK Landscaping know exactly when to prune each specific plant to enhance the beauty of your building.
Remove branches from trees and shrubs and dispose of them properly. Check the downspout to make sure it’s draining properly. Then there are property boundaries and planting beds. Bedsides are sometimes damaged by snow removal equipment or fallen branches. Damaged bed liners will be repaired or replaced. This is also a good time to apply new mulch to plant flower beds. This way, your flower beds will look clean and your plants will stay healthy. Garden maintenance isn’t always fun, but when done right, it can make for a beautiful, tidy lawn.
