Preparing Your Commercial Property for Winter- Essential Landscape Maintenance Tips

As the golden hues of autumn give way to the frosty sheen of winter, it’s crucial to turn our attention to the landscapes that grace our commercial properties. Winter’s icy grip can wreak havoc on unprepared grounds. Priority Landscape Maintenance is here to ensure that your property’s green spaces not only survive but thrive during the cold season. Here’s your essential guide to winter preparation, tailored specifically for the verdant expanses that elevate your commercial property’s aesthetic and value.

Understanding the Stakes of Winter Preparation

Winter brings a unique set of challenges to landscapes. The cold can damage plant tissues, freeze the soil, and burden trees and shrubs with snow and ice. Without proper preparation, the vibrant landscape that enhances your commercial property’s appeal could turn into a liability, with the potential for costly springtime restorations.

Your Winter Landscape Maintenance Checklist

To safeguard your property’s landscape against the harsh winter, follow this comprehensive checklist:

1. Assess and Protect Your Turf

Your grass is at risk of being smothered under snow or damaged by freezing temperatures. Aerate the soil to improve drainage and apply a winter fertilizer to strengthen the roots. Consider anti-desiccant treatments for certain types of grass that are prone to winter burn.

2. Prune Trees and Shrubs

Late fall or early winter is the perfect time for pruning many types of trees and shrubs. Removing dead or dying branches helps prevent damage from snow and ice accumulation and encourages healthy growth in the spring.

3. Mulch Appropriately

Mulch acts like a blanket, insulating plant roots from extreme temperature fluctuations and retaining moisture. Apply a fresh layer around trees, shrubs, and flower beds, but be careful not to over-mulch, as this can lead to rot.

4. Protect Young Trees and Vulnerable Shrubs

Wrap the bases of young trees with tree guards to protect against frost and rodent damage. For particularly vulnerable shrubs, consider erecting burlap screens to shield them from wind and salt spray.

5. Plan for Snow and Ice Management

Strategize where to pile snow to minimize damage to your landscape. Heavy snow accumulation can break branches and crush plants, so it’s important to have a plan for snow removal that takes your greenery into account.

6. Winter Watering

If the weather permits, an occasional watering during dry winter spells can be beneficial, especially for newly planted trees and shrubs.

The Role of Professional Landscape Maintenance

While some winter preparation tasks can be DIY, there’s no substitute for professional care. Priority Landscape Maintenance offers specialized services that prepare your landscape for winter’s challenges:

• Professional Pruning: Our experts know exactly how and when to prune each species to ensure optimal health and growth.
• Custom Mulching: We apply the right type of mulch in the correct amount to protect your plants without suffocating them.
• Snow Management: We plan and execute snow removal with your landscape’s health as a top priority, avoiding damage to plants and hardscape features.

Ready for Winter? Let’s Get Started!

Don’t let winter catch you by surprise. Priority Landscape Maintenance is your partner in preparing your commercial property’s landscape for the cold months ahead. With our expertise, your green spaces will emerge from winter as vibrant as ever, ready to impress clients and visitors alike.

Call us at (708) 946-6121 to schedule your winter landscape preparation service. Let’s ensure your property remains a testament to beauty and professionalism, no matter the season.