5 Yard Cleanup Tips To Deal With Cleveland’s Weather This Fall | Cleveland Bricks

The recent misty mornings are a sure hint that Fall is on its way. Hot days, cool nights, and rainy days probably have caused leaves and branches to fall. Summer flowers are beginning to fade and beds need to be prepared for Cleveland Weather and the Winter months. So, what are some Fall yard clean up tips to make this job a little easier? Grab your rake and let’s find out.

Remove The Leaves

As the seasons change and the Cleveland weather becomes unpredictable, leaves fall and are blown into the backyard fence corners, under bushes, and flowering plants. If they are not cleaned up, they pose a threat to the grass. Some neighborhoods allow homeowners to pile leaves near the street and the city will collect them. For communities without this service, the job is a little more inconvenient. One Fall yard clean up tip, collect leaves and rake them onto a large tarp, bag them, and set them out on garbage collection day. 

Flower Bed Prep             

Fall yard clean up is the perfect time to prune, plant, and remove whatever has collected in your flower beds. Cleveland weather can change drastically from one day to the next in the Fall, so take care of this task the sooner the better! Now is the time to trim back ornamental shrubs to prepare for new growth in the Spring. If you love tulips, daffodils, and hyacinth, Fall is the season to plant these bulbs. For information on how to care for specific plants, fertilizing, and more check out these great ideas.

Vegetable Garden

For those that love having fresh homegrown vegetables every Summer, don’t forget your vegetable garden in the Fall yard clean up. Are there bulbs that need to be planted now, that take root during Winter? Prepare the soil and beds for those delicious tomatoes, beans, and herbs in anticipation of Spring. Here are some expert tips to help you prepare for your garden.

Mulch

While most of us think of mulching as a Spring chore, it can be just as important in the Fall. Mulching can help to protect your plants from Cleveland’s harsh Winter weather. Mulch is also a great way to keep the weeds at bay, leaving you with less to worry about in the Spring!

Maintenance

Include inspection of your deck, patio, gutters, etc., in your Fall yard clean up. Look for damage that needs to be taken care of before the Cleveland weather turns harsh. Freeing gutters of leaves, small branches, and acorns can prevent headaches in the Spring thaw. Likewise with decks and patios. Remove or cover all outdoor furniture and rugs to protect them until the warm weather returns. 

While Fall is a beautiful season, it does come with some yard work. For any of your home’s exterior needs remember Cleveland Bricks! Our professional team can refresh or install decking and siding. If your home needs a spruce up, be ready for the holidays with Cleveland Brick’s remodeling services!