The month of April is a transitional time of year. In a couple of weeks, it will be the official start of the frost-free growing season! At this point, you should continue planting more shrubs, flowers, as well as some vegetables and herbs. We have included a few suggestions. There are so many varieties available, your property will look beautiful for the spring. And, we also have a few lawn care tips to ensure it is ready too. Lastly, to kick off this season, we suggest a refresh of your landscape. And then on to summer!

Landscaping Questions Answered.

Is it the right time to fertilize my lawn?

Yes, use fertilizer on your lawn. Make sure to use it after the second or third time the grass is mowed. Also, most importantly, let the grass grow, and then cut it to 3-3½ inches. When grass is tall, it helps promote deep roots, which makes the lawn hardier and more resilient.

Should dead grass be raked in the spring?

The best time to rake dead spots is when the lawn is starting to turn green again around April, so you can see the areas that are actually impacted. Raking when most of the grass is still brown makes it difficult to determine what is dead or healthy.

Refresh Your Landscape

The return of warmer weather is a perfect time to revive your property and clean up from winter. Our team of professionals can give a thorough review of the landscape, recommend improvements, new plantings and lawn maintenance. Reach out to schedule an appointment. And Container Plantings are perfect to enhance your property or patio. Annual contracts are also available for every season.

It’s Time for Spring Plants, Shrubs & Vegetables

To make your landscape more robust and flowering throughout the next few months mix shrubs and plants with your trees. Shrubs are ideal to add a new element to your property, either green or flowering. A few ideas to consider are azalea, forsythia, and boxwood. Or choose a shrub with bright berries after its flowers fade, such as viburnum. And don’t forget herbs and vegetables. Now is best to plant dill, parsley, cilantro, mint, rosemary, thyme, and sage, as well as vegetables – lettuce, kale, broccoli, peas and spinach. They like this weather and can stay outdoors permanently.

Reach out to us today. We are ready to handle all your spring clean up and Container Planting needs – 203.622.6070.