Seasonal Tips

Spring

• Time to spread granular, slow-release fertilizer with added pre-emergents to keep your lawn weed free through the growing season
• Feed Roses in early spring
• Aerate and dethatch the lawn to treat compacted soil and allow irrigation and fertilizer to penetrate to roots
• Mulch with organic matter to keep water in and weeds out
• Plant spring annual color to brighten focal areas in your landscape
• Thoroughly check the irrigation controller schedule, valves and heads for proper operation

Summer

• Plant summer annuals that will tolerate summer temperatures
• Check for signs of insects and treat before they do damage
• Irrigate only enough to keep lawn, ground cover, shrubs and tree roots moist to proper root depth
• Use soil probe to determine plant watering needs are being met
• Deep root water selected trees
• Treat for weeds as soon as you see them
• Fertilize for optimal plant health and growth

Fall

• This is the best time of the year to plant trees, shrubs and ground cover to upgrade your landscape
• Fall is another good time to aerate, dethatch and overseed your lawn with winter rye grass seed if not done in the spring
• Fertilize lawn and plants for health
• Check drainage structures and clear debris for optimal performance during rain events
• Change annual color for seasonal beauty

Winter

• Keep drainage structures clear throughout the rain season
• Trim trees for proper structure, vehicle and pedestrian clearance and remove dead or crossed branches for general health and safety
• Trim shrubs for natural structure and general health
• Prune roses
• Consider upgrading irrigation system for rain sensors, efficient heads and weather based irrigation controllers for the upcoming growing season