5 Fall Cleanup Tasks to Tackle Before Winter Hits

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As temperatures drop, a bit of yard work now saves a lot of cleanup — and cost — in spring. Here are five things worth doing before the first hard freeze.

1. Clear Fallen Leaves

A thick layer of wet leaves left on the lawn over winter can smother grass and encourage fungal issues. Regular removal keeps the lawn healthier going into spring.

2. Cut Back Perennials

Trimming spent perennials back reduces the amount of dead material overwintering in your beds and makes spring cleanup much faster.

3. Aerate and Overseed

Fall is one of the best times to aerate compacted soil and overseed thin patches, giving grass time to establish before summer heat returns.

4. Refresh Mulch

A fresh layer of mulch insulates plant roots through winter temperature swings and helps retain soil moisture.

5. Inspect Hardscaping

Check patios, walkways, and walls for cracks or shifting before freeze-thaw cycles make small issues worse.

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