January – March

Even though it may seem like a slow time in your lawn, it is an important time to get your landscape ready for Spring. Various trees (i.e. Crape Myrtles, deciduous and ornamental trees) should be pruned at different times during the winter months. Certain plants (i.e. ornamental grasses, perennials, & hydrangeas) need to be cut back in the fall and late winter months. Removal of the previous year's growth is vital for new growth to come up the next year on many plants.

Winter is also a good time to thin out your larger trees and shrubbery to allow for proper air circulation, which will help combat insect and fungus infestations. Believe it or not, winter is an excellent time to install plantings or tackle hardscape projects. If you are considering a Spring project for your property, now is the time to start planning!

Mid April – Mid May

Spring/Summer Annual Color/Flower Installation
Between mid-April and mid-May is the ideal time to plant colorful flowers. If you wait too long, the selection is often limited and the heat sometimes impedes your flowers from getting properly established.

April – June

Aeration of Warm season turfs, (Bermuda & Zoysia grasses)
Many experts believe that you should aerate in May or June when your lawn is most actively growing. However, any time during the growing season, even in the summer months is beneficial.

The process of aeration loosens up the traditionally hard packed clay soil and allows for lawn root systems to spread and ultimately provide you with a healthier, thicker looking lawn.

Sanding/Leveling
This is a process to help level the lawn as well as provide a better soil base for the root system of your turf. First, the lawn is cut very short and then heavily aerated. Aeration creates holes to allow for the grass roots to spread, thus becoming healthier and stronger.

The sand application is two-fold. Not only does it level the lawn, it also lets the sand mix down into the traditionally hard clay. This changes the soil content dramatically and provides a much improved base for your lawn to grow thicker and healthier.

July

Sanding/Leveling
It's not too late to schedule sanding and leveling for your lawn if you were too busy in the earlier Spring/Summer months.

Late September – Mid October

Aerate & Overseed Fescue Lawns
To help keep Fescue turfs lush and green, you should aerate and overseed every fall in late-September to mid-October.

October

Fall/Winter Plantings
Fall and Winter months are the most ideal time for planting and transplanting. If you have been holding off through the hotter months, this is the best time to get those planting projects going!

November – December

Leaf Removal
Keep the leaves from piling up on your lawn and landscape. Not only does it keep your outside investment looking top notch, but too much accumulation of leaves can create moisture and fungus issues around your plantings.

After the leaves have fallen (usually close to December), it is a good idea to install a new application of mulch or pine straw to give your plants some insulation from the cold of late winter. New mulch/straw also gives your landscaping a fresh look in the dead of winter.