Thanksgiving is just about here, and it’s time to get festive! Unfortunately, not everything about this time of year is glamorous, as lawn preparations will need to be done in order to prepare for the imminent winter season. As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, here are preparations you’ll want to make to your yard.

Rake Leaves & Remove Debris

Thanksgiving is a part of the fall season, and that means leaves are still falling at this time. You don’t want these leaves sticking around during winter because they prevent your lawn from getting sufficient sunlight, which also means your lawn will be in worse health and be more likely to become diseased. Other types of debris have a similar impact on your lawn, so tidying up the yard is a great way to promote lawn health.

Add Fertilizer to Your Lawn

The brisk weather of fall is optimal for getting your lawn fertilized. That’s why it’s a good idea to put some nitrogen-only product onto your grass so it can have the nutrients it needs to strengthen up before winter.

Add Mulch to Your Lawn

Mulch is something you’ll want to add to your lawn before the first freeze of winter arrives. Not only does mulch provide extra nutrition to your grass, but it also gives your lawn extra insulation to help get through the winter cold. You can also minimize soil erosion from strong rain when you add a healthy layer of mulch to your lawn.

Give Your Lawn One Final Watering and Mowing Before Winter

Right before the winter season officially begins, you should give your lawn a final dose of water, and one last cut. Your lawn is less likely to become sick during winter if you keep the grass short. This means that your grass should be nice and healthy once spring arrives.

Consider Planting Some Trees

The cool autumn breeze combined with warm soil creates a perfect environment for planting trees. This way, your trees will have enough time to establish their roots prior to winter starting. Then, your trees should have an easier time growing and thriving during spring.

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