Preparing Your Yard and Trees for Denver's First Snow: Winter Readiness Tips
Winter is here. As of tomorrow - while it might still be fall months, Denver will offically see the first snow fall tomorrow. Assuming the news is right. So its a 50/50 chance! As such, as a Denver homeowners, we are getting ready for winter to arrive and decking out yards and outdoor space for the first snows. In prepreation, given this will be a smaller storm, you have plenty of time to still get these steps done before the big storms arrive later this winter!
Your yard is going through a series of different steps to be winterized so that your plants, lawn, and outdoor items will be protected from cold and snow. You’ll first want to cut back on leaves or other debris that has gathered as they can hold bugs and diseases during the winter. And finally, if you have the space, wrap your plants and trees in mulch for insulation, which holds in soil moisture and heat. If you have annual flowers or shrubs, prune them, so they are less vulnerable to heavy snow and ice. Don’t forget to unplug and put away garden hoses and other outdoor water fixtures to avoid freezing and splintering.
This is especially true of trees, from saplings to old oaks, when Denver winters get rough. Wind, snow, cold temperatures all present risks. For your trees, first wrap trunks of young trees with burlap or tree wrap to prevent sunscald and frost cracks. If desired, also spray evergreens with anti-desiccant, which locks in moisture. If there is plenty of snow on the ground, sweep the snow off with a broom so the limbs won’t fall.
This early snowfall is upon us and you want to have your whole outdoor area covered. Discard garden furniture or equipment that could be easily broken by the weather. Go over your downspouts and gutters to make sure they’re free of leaves and trash so ice dams don’t form. Have paths and driveways where you can place snow stakes strategically to help direct plows and shovels so you don’t mess up the lawn and plants in the vicinity.
And healthy trees are more tolerant of winter pressures. Make sure your trees are watered till the ground freezes, especially when it is dry. Check trees for any symptoms such as broken branches or cracks... and respond immediately. Don’t forget to have the soil around your trees tested for nutrients, as deficiency increases winter injury.
Preventative, reactive winter tree care is the secret of great winter tree care. Check your Denver trees often for signs of injury or disease. Pruning is crucial because pruning does not only shape the tree but also chops off dying or frail branches that could fail during the winter months. Also, get professional help from an arborist if you have a large or a lot of trees.
Your yard and trees are more than just looking good if you’re not winterizing them in Denver to keep them healthy. These are just some tips that homeowners can do to keep their backyards healthy and beautiful for the upcoming spring.
Go Back Your yard is going through a series of different steps to be winterized so that your plants, lawn, and outdoor items will be protected from cold and snow. You’ll first want to cut back on leaves or other debris that has gathered as they can hold bugs and diseases during the winter. And finally, if you have the space, wrap your plants and trees in mulch for insulation, which holds in soil moisture and heat. If you have annual flowers or shrubs, prune them, so they are less vulnerable to heavy snow and ice. Don’t forget to unplug and put away garden hoses and other outdoor water fixtures to avoid freezing and splintering.
This is especially true of trees, from saplings to old oaks, when Denver winters get rough. Wind, snow, cold temperatures all present risks. For your trees, first wrap trunks of young trees with burlap or tree wrap to prevent sunscald and frost cracks. If desired, also spray evergreens with anti-desiccant, which locks in moisture. If there is plenty of snow on the ground, sweep the snow off with a broom so the limbs won’t fall.
This early snowfall is upon us and you want to have your whole outdoor area covered. Discard garden furniture or equipment that could be easily broken by the weather. Go over your downspouts and gutters to make sure they’re free of leaves and trash so ice dams don’t form. Have paths and driveways where you can place snow stakes strategically to help direct plows and shovels so you don’t mess up the lawn and plants in the vicinity.
And healthy trees are more tolerant of winter pressures. Make sure your trees are watered till the ground freezes, especially when it is dry. Check trees for any symptoms such as broken branches or cracks... and respond immediately. Don’t forget to have the soil around your trees tested for nutrients, as deficiency increases winter injury.
Preventative, reactive winter tree care is the secret of great winter tree care. Check your Denver trees often for signs of injury or disease. Pruning is crucial because pruning does not only shape the tree but also chops off dying or frail branches that could fail during the winter months. Also, get professional help from an arborist if you have a large or a lot of trees.
Your yard and trees are more than just looking good if you’re not winterizing them in Denver to keep them healthy. These are just some tips that homeowners can do to keep their backyards healthy and beautiful for the upcoming spring.