Think Spring: Why You Should Plan Your Cleanup Now

Winter is still in full swing here in Detroit Lakes, but we all know spring arrives fast. When the snow finally melts, it often leaves behind a yard that needs some serious attention.

At Miller Yard Care, our spring schedule fills up quickly. Getting on the list now ensures your yard is first in line for recovery when the weather breaks. Here is what our cleanup includes and how it helps your lawn.

What Our Spring Cleanup Includes - We provide a thorough reset for your property.

  • Blowing Out Beds: We blow winter debris (leaves, twigs, trash) out of your rock and mulch beds.

  • Dethatching: We mechanically remove the layer of dead grass and thatch buried in your lawn. Here is more info on this at https://extension.sdstate.edu/understanding-thatch-turf

  • Vacuuming & Hauling: We vacuum up the debris—leaves, thatch, and sticks—and haul it away for a spotless finish.

Why Your Lawn Needs It

Beyond just looking good, a cleanup provides three key benefits to help your lawn wake up from winter.

1. Helps Manage Snow Mold

After a long winter, you might see crusty gray or pink patches on the grass known as Snow Mold. This fungus thrives on wet, matted grass. Dethatching helps break up these matted areas, allowing air to reach the soil and helping the grass dry out and recover faster. For more info please see this site Iowa State University Extension: Snow Mold Identification and Prevention

2. Promotes Better Absorption

"Thatch" is a layer of organic matter between the grass blades and the soil. If it gets too thick, it can block water, air, and fertilizer from reaching the roots. Removing excess thatch helps open up the lawn so it can take full advantage of spring rains.

3. Encourages Healthy Growth

Wet, heavy leaves left over from winter can smother your grass. Clearing this debris gives tender new grass blades the sunlight and space they need to grow without fighting through a layer of old junk.

Beat the Spring Rush

You don’t have to wait for the snow to melt to make a plan. Contact Miller Yard Care today to get on our Spring Cleanup list early. Reach out for more info! https://milleryardcareandconstruction.com/spring-fall-cleanups/