By Nancy Bolton
By now, the mowers have been put in the shed and the lawn can be moved to the bottom of the list for the winter time. There are a few items though to remember during this time.
- Keep the lawn clear of lawn furniture, toys or debris
- Avoid excessive lawn foot traffic
- Avoid parking a truck or car on any part of the lawn
- Avoid walking on lawn if there is frost or ice
- Ensure that appropriate “ice melt” chemicals are selected to minimize possible environmental effects. Avoid using those with nitrogen and phosphorus.
- Consider servicing your lawn mower now in preparation for spring and avoid the rush at the repair shop.