🏡 End-of-Season Landscaping Checklist for Mechanicsburg Homeowners

Fall in Mechanicsburg is one of those seasons that sneaks up on you. One day you’re mowing every week, and the next, the grass has slowed down and leaves are everywhere. But before winter fully sets in, there are a few key things you can do to make sure your property stays healthy and looks great heading into next spring.

Think of this as your quick end-of-season landscaping checklist — a few simple steps that can make a big difference later.

🍂 1. Clean Up Leaves and Debris

Leaving leaves and sticks sitting on your lawn or in your flower beds can lead to bigger problems down the road. Piles of leaves trap moisture, smother your grass, and create the perfect spot for mold, pests, and disease to grow over the winter. A good cleanup now keeps everything healthy and saves you time when spring comes.

✂️ 2. Trim Back Bushes and Perennials

This is the best time of year to give your bushes and perennials a proper trim. Cutting them back before winter helps them rest and come back stronger next season. It also keeps your property looking clean and cared for, even after the leaves have dropped.

🌱 3. Edge and Define Flower Beds

A sharp, clean edge around your beds not only looks great — it also makes maintenance easier in the spring. It helps keep grass and weeds from creeping in once things start growing again.

💧 4. Aerate and Overseed (If You Haven’t Already)

Aeration helps loosen compacted soil and gives air, water, and nutrients a chance to reach the roots. Overseeding fills in thin spots so your lawn comes back thicker next year. Even if it’s late in the season, these two steps go a long way toward building a stronger, greener yard.

🌾 5. Fertilize for Winter Strength

Fall fertilizing is like giving your lawn a big meal before it goes to sleep. The nutrients soak into the roots and help your grass stay healthy through the cold months, so it can green up faster in the spring.

🧹 6. Final Mow and Equipment Prep

Give your lawn one last mow before winter, keeping it around 3–3.5 inches tall. Then, clean up and winterize your equipment — drain the gas, clean the deck, and store everything dry so it’s ready to go when spring rolls around.

✅ Wrapping Up the Season

Getting your yard ready now means less stress and less work when things start growing again in a few months. A little effort in the fall keeps your lawn, bushes, and beds in great shape and prevents that “overwhelmed” feeling when spring hits.

At D&D Lawn Co., we’ve been busy helping homeowners across Mechanicsburg get their properties wrapped up for the season. If you haven’t checked these items off your list yet, now’s the perfect time to do it.

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