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As cooler temperatures arrive, it’s time to prepare for the dormant season the best time to enrich and protect our lawns and plants. Fertilizing now and in late fall helps lawns and plants store nutrients for the winter and get a head start next spring. Of course, unsightly weeds also store these nutrients, so fall is a great time to kill them.... At this time of year, herbicides move quickly through weeds, killing the roots. Also, help sensitive evergreens withstand winter’s cold, drying winds by using an antidesiccant. Start treating in November and continue until March. Broadleaf evergreens like hollies, rhododendrons and azaleas especially benefit from this protection. See more

With winter not far away... Here are some tips regarding winter storms. Winter storms can range from a moderate snow over a few hours to a blizzard with blinding, wind-driven snow that lasts for several days. Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures and sometimes by strong winds, icing, sleet and freezing rain. Regardless of the severity of a winter storm, you should be prepared in order to remain safe during these events.... Know the Difference Winter Storm Outlook - Winter storm conditions are possible in the next 2 to 5 days. Winter Weather Advisory - Winter weather conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous. When caution is used, these situations should not be life threatening. Winter Storm Watch - Winter storm conditions are possible within the next 36 to 48 hours. People in a watch area should review their winter storm plans and stay informed about weather conditions. Winter Storm Warning - Life-threatening, severe winter conditions have begun or will begin within 24 hours. People in a warning area should take precautions immediately.

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Ways to deal with fall leaves. Get a big rake. Many home centers sell rakes up to 30 inches wide. Look for a no-clog rake with tines that don’t pierce the leaves, so you spend less time stopping and unclogging the rake. Many homeowners don’t realize that modern mulching mowers can be used with out a collection bag,. A mulching mower’s blades are designed to chop up leaves and grass clippings. You can let them sit on the grass to decompose and restore nutrients to your lawn.... It might be necessary to go over the leaves several times to get them chopped up into small pieces, but it’s still faster than raking and bagging! See more

Show your trees some love!!! Pruning them will help maintain proper structure, form, appearance and health. This would include: Removing dead, dying, broken, cracked, weak and undesirable branches Thinning the crown to reduce the weight of heavy branches