While it might feel like summer has only just begun, the colder months will creep up on us quicker than expected. It will soon be time to prepare your garden for autumn and winter and this can be a little overwhelming. There’s a lot to do, and the longer you leave it, the more unpredictable weather conditions you’ll have to contend with. Fortunately, we’re here to help with this helpful guide including the most important information you need on how to prepare your garden for autumn.
Mow The Lawn While It’s Still Relatively Easy To Do
Just because grass grows slower in the second half of the year, that doesn’t mean that it won’t grow at all, and the wetter weather that’ll be coming with autumn will make mowing your lawn a lot more difficult. That’s why we recommend taking advantage of the dry summer climate while it’s here and mowing your lawn now, or making use of a commercial grass cutting service if you want it handled by a professional team with the knowledge and tools to deliver an exceptional result.
Clear Out Any Dead Plants
One of the most important tasks in our guide on how to prepare your garden for autumn is removing any dead or dying plants, as well as diseased foliage. This is really important for the health of your garden, as clearing this stops pests or fungi from overwintering in your garden and causing problems come spring.
Prune Your Trees
Untidy trees dramatically lower the aesthetic quality of your garden, and if they become too overgrown, they can pose a serious risk to people or property in the area. While we would always say that you should approach tree pruning in summer with caution, you can still prepare and get ready for late autumn pruning during the dormant season.
Tree pruning should always be left to an experienced professional, as the job requires specialised technical knowledge and can be hazardous to those who are not properly equipped. Make the time to book their services now to ensure the right tasks are carried out when you need them come the autumn.
Store Away Your Garden Furniture
Garden furniture is immensely useful during the summer, allowing you to enjoy the sun outdoors in comfort and style. But autumn and winter come with the risk of damage to your furniture if you leave it unprotected. Umbrellas or gazebos will become discoloured, and metal items such as barbecues will start to rust. One of the things you can do to prepare your garden for autumn is to put them away in storage, or make use of a cover to protect them.
Get Some De-Weeding In Now
Come springtime, you’ll have a massive job on your hands if you don’t get ahead of things and clear your garden of any pesky weeds before autumn sets in.
Get Any Repairs Or Maintenance Done
It’s easy to let tedious repair or maintenance jobs drift, especially if you lead a busy life. However, tackling them before autumn rolls around will be much better for you in the long run. Broken fences, clogged gutters, and similar tasks will be more unpleasant to complete in autumn or winter. The weather conditions during these seasons can also cause smaller problems to escalate more quickly, so take advantage of the sun and get them sorted sooner rather than later.
Plant Any Spring-Flowering Plants Before Autumn Sets In
One of the most time-sensitive parts of preparing your garden for autumn is making sure you’ve gotten your spring-flowering bulbs planted now. September is normally the best time to do this, but if it creeps into October a little, it’s not the end of the world.
If you’re looking for a professional hand with getting your garden up to scratch before autumn, then why not give Arborcure a call? Our expert team is equipped with the knowledge, tools and experience to ensure a fantastic result every time.
