As winter approaches, ensuring your landscape is prepared for cold temperatures and heavy snowfall is essential to protect your plants, hardscaping, and overall property. Boulder Ridge Landscaping is here to help you get ready with professional guidance and snow removal services, so your outdoor spaces stay safe and emerge from winter looking their best. Here are some key steps to get your property winter-ready.
Protecting Your Plants and Shrubs
Winter can be harsh on plants, but a few proactive measures will help keep them healthy:
- Apply Mulch: Adding a layer of mulch around plants insulates the roots, helping them retain moisture and protecting them from sudden temperature changes.
- Trim Vulnerable Branches: Snow buildup can cause branches to snap, especially weak or damaged ones. Trimming these branches now can prevent breakage and preserve plant health.
- Wrap Sensitive Shrubs and Trees: Use burlap or protective plant wraps around sensitive bushes or trees, especially near driveways or walkways where snow might be piled. This shields them from both snow weight and salt exposure.
Preparing Hardscapes for Snow Removal
Winter can take a toll on hardscaped areas like pathways, driveways, and patios. Here’s how to protect these structures:
- Seal Cracks and Joints: Freezing water can expand and widen cracks in hardscapes. By sealing any visible cracks before winter, you can prevent further damage and prolong the lifespan of these surfaces.
- Mark Pathways and Driveways: Placing visible markers along the edges of walkways, driveways, and garden beds helps guide snow removal crews, reducing the risk of accidental damage. Stakes or reflectors make these areas easy to spot, even in heavy snow.
Snow Removal Tips for Landscaping Areas
Planning how snow is managed on your property can help prevent damage to landscaped areas:
- Plan Snow Piling Locations: Avoid piling snow directly onto landscaping beds or delicate plants. Instead, designate open spaces or unused areas for snow accumulation, ensuring your plants remain protected.
- Choose Salt Alternatives: Traditional salt can harm plants and affect soil quality. Instead, opt for plant-friendly de-icing agents around gardens and grass to prevent soil contamination and plant damage.
- Professional Snow Removal Services: Boulder Ridge Landscaping’s snow removal team has the experience and tools to remove snow safely and effectively, keeping driveways and walkways clear while minimizing the impact on landscaping.
Why Choose Boulder Ridge Landscaping for Winter Prep?
Winter landscape maintenance and snow removal are more than just tasks—they are investments in your property’s health and safety. Boulder Ridge Landscaping offers comprehensive winter preparation services that help keep your landscape beautiful and resilient. With our snow removal expertise, you’ll have a reliable partner to help manage the challenges of winter weather.
Contact Boulder Ridge Landscaping today to prepare your property for winter. With professional snow removal and a few precautionary steps, your landscape will stay safe, functional, and ready to thrive all season long.