· Ortiz Landscaping & Tree Services
When the snow is gone and the forsythia starts to bloom, it is tempting to do everything at once. A little order makes spring work easier and gives the lawn a better start.
1. Walk the property
Look for winter damage first: broken branches, snow mold patches, areas where plows or salt hurt the turf along the driveway and street, and low spots that stayed wet.
2. Clean up
Rake or blow out leaves and debris that sat over winter. Matted leaves smother grass and give disease a place to hide. Wait until the ground is firm enough to walk on without leaving footprints; working soggy soil compacts it.
3. Deal with trees and shrubs
Remove branches broken by winter storms. Early spring, before full leaf-out, is a good time to see a tree's structure clearly. Have anything large or near the house looked at; see our post on signs a tree needs trimming or removal.
4. Beds and mulch
Cut back last year's perennial stems, edge the beds, weed, and then mulch. Check how much old mulch is left before adding more.
5. First mows
Start mowing when the grass actively grows. Keep the deck high and make sure the blade is sharp.
6. Patch bare spots, carefully
Small bare areas can be seeded in spring, but remember that many crabgrass preventers also stop grass seed. Decide which matters more for each area. Larger renovation is usually better left for late summer.
7. Hard surfaces
After pollen season, patios, walks and siding often need a wash before outdoor entertaining begins.
We handle spring work end to end: lawn maintenance, mulching service, tree trimming and removal and power washing. Call (609) 454-7355 or request a free quote to get on the schedule.