Is Your Yard Ready for Winter?

"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." -Benjamin Franklin

We can certainly all appreciate the beauty of fall. Crisp air and colorful fallen leaves. Scenes of fall offer a perfect background for making memories and reminiscing. However, as beautiful as the leaves are, it is best not to leave them on the ground too long. Here we share with you real reasons why it's best to keep fallen leaves off the ground. It's all about keeping your lawn healthy!

• Fallen leaves block sunlight and prevent air circulation causing disease and possible death of turf.
• Reduce the build up of thatch, which can cause pest problems from fungus growth.
• Fungus found under fallen leaves not only attracts pests, but can damage soil. Unhealthy soil means unhealthy plants.
• Drainage issues may arise or become worse with the buildup of fallen leaves and debris.

By regularly removing fallen leaves you will find that your job in the yard takes much less time and effort. Leaf removal can become a tedious chore when you have clumps of wet leaves matted together or frozen to the ground along with acorns, gumballs, and branches. The best advice is to not let your leaves pile up. Save yourself the extra time and effort by removing them from your lawn regularly.

Mid-South Curb Appeal is available to help assist or answer any questions as it relates to the aesthetics or health of your lawn and landscape. Feel free to contact us anytime. We look forward to helping service your landscape needs.

• Winterize your irrigation system.
• Cover outdoor spigots.
• Remove fallen leaves from turf, gutters, downspouts, and roof.
• Trim tree branches close to home and electrical wires.
• Move cold sensitive potted plants indoors.
• Follow the "Tips for Preparing Your Garden for Winter" (provided above).

Greg Black, owner of Mid-South Curb Appeal, LLC was recently warmly welcomed by the ladies of Junior League Sustainer's Garden Club. Greg presented on topics of interest and provided an opportunity for questions.

Have we transformed your yard in a big or small way? Would you like to see your yard featured in an upcoming newsletter? Send us your photos here. You can even tell us what you enjoy most about your yard or why you enjoyed working with Mid-South Curb Appeal. We hope to hear from you soon!

Mid-South Curb Appeal, LLC is locally owned and operated by degreed horticulturalist Greg Black. Greg and his professional crew are dedicated to designing a solution to meet your specific landscape needs. See our list of services.

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