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Although the lawn is often overlooked during the fall, it’s actually the perfect time to make sure everything is organized before the harsher winter elements take hold ('harsh" is a relative term here in the Pacific NW, but we think you know what we mean…)
Paul James, host of HGTV’s "Gardening by the Yard," advises homeowners to start early — approximately six weeks before the first good freeze.
Here is a list of some of the tasks and items you should add to your fall checklist this year:
- Maintain the landscape.
- Tidy up the lawn, flowerbeds, bushes, gardens, etc.
- Remove unsightly foliage, dead stems, piles of leaves and other debris.
- Fluff your mulch with a rake so water can seep into the subsoil.
- Plant fall vegetables. Cool-season vegetable gardens can flourish with the right plants — lettuce, greens, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, turnips, potatoes and loads more. Imagine all the hearty stews and delicious soups you could make from scratch.
- Make room for indoor plants. Your potted or container plants won’t survive the winter outside, so it’s time to make room indoors for tropical plants, herbs and succulents. Potted perennials can be transplanted into a garden after trimming the roots and some top growth.
If you have fall maintenance questions, we are always happy to help! Just call us at (503) 625-6888 or visit our website: www.aspencreeklandscaping.com
