Winter in Wisconsin can be harsh, but it doesn’t mean your yard has to suffer. By taking a proactive approach to winter landscaping, you can keep your outdoor space healthy and beautiful, even in the colder months. Here are some essential tips to help you maintain your yard and prepare it for a vibrant spring.
Protect Your Plants
Winter temperatures can be brutal on your plants, especially delicate ones. To minimize damage, mulch around trees and shrubs to insulate roots from freezing temperatures and prevent soil erosion. Cover sensitive plants with burlap or plant covers to shield perennials and young shrubs from frost and wind. Hydrating plants before the ground freezes helps them stay healthy during dormancy.
Prevent Snow Damage
Snow and ice can wreak havoc on your landscaping if not managed properly. Heavy snow can bend or break branches, so gently shake off excess snow to prevent this. De-icing salt can harm nearby plants, so use plant-safe alternatives or install barriers to keep salt away from landscaped areas. When shoveling, avoid piling snow onto flower beds or shrubs to prevent compression and damage.
Maintain Hardscape Features
Your hardscaping needs just as much attention as your plants during winter. Inspect patios, walkways, and retaining walls for cracks caused by freeze-thaw cycles, and repair small cracks before they worsen. Use plastic shovels or snow blowers to clear snow and avoid scratching pavers or other hardscape materials. Applying a protective sealant can help prevent moisture damage to patios and driveways.
Plan for Spring Landscaping
Winter is the perfect time to plan upgrades for your outdoor space. Assess areas that might need improvement, like dead spots in the lawn or outdated garden designs. Explore trends such as native plant gardens or sustainable hardscaping. Schedule spring cleanup and landscaping services in advance to beat the seasonal rush.
Consider Professional Winter Services
Sometimes, maintaining your yard during winter can be overwhelming. Boulder Ridge Landscaping offers expert winter landscaping services, including snow and ice removal to keep your property safe and accessible, protective mulching and plant care to ensure your landscape survives the season, and hardscape inspections and repairs to prevent costly damage.
By taking these steps, you can keep your yard looking its best throughout the winter while setting the stage for a lush and thriving landscape in spring. Ready to give your yard the care it deserves? Contact Boulder Ridge Landscaping today and let us help you make the most of your outdoor space, no matter the season!