We’re Not Quite Done Yet! December Landscape Stuff To Do

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It may be December but there us still a lot to do in the garden. C’mon Potomac, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, North Potomac, Darnestown and Rockville, let’s get at it. Don’t let us landscapers have all of the fun.

  • Order fruit trees adapted to your area now and designate shipping dates that avoid hard frozen ground problems when planting. Order now, plant later philosophy.
  • The dead tops of many perennials can be removed. Frost has killed back the top growth of most of our favorite perennials. 
  • Multi-trunk arborvitaes tend to flop over under excess snow and ice. To prevent snow and ice damage, tie the trunks of the arborvitae together using soft fabric straps.
  • Place a bucket of ice melt or sand near the door to your garage for quick access during bad weather. Five gallon buckets work perfectly.
  • Turn off outdoor water sources but leave the spigot slightly open to avoid freeze damage.
  • Drain and store away garden hoses or they will split when frozen.
  • Prune existing trees and shrubs during the dormant period. Without the leaves on it is easy to see crossing and competing branches that need to be removed.
  • Begin planning next year’s landscape projects. Now is the time to look forward.
  • Protect sensitive plants with an extra layer of mulch.
  • Remove the last leaves from the lawn. Leaves left on the lawn can lead to fungal issues.
  • Call Allentuck Landscaping Co. to find out more about our fantastic maintenance programs so you can have your weekends to do better things!

 

 

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