Clear leaves and cut back ornamental grasses as an important first step to your fall prep.
Fallen leaves and debris from uncut ornamental grasses, perennials and flowering shrubs can smother and kill turf.
Perennials, which can have a woody stalk or stem left after the blossom fades, should be trimmed back to both promote the plant’s health and maintain a neat appearance.
And remember, bugs that love the outside during the summer usually move indoors when winter hits. They want to be cozy and warm too.
Whether you own a home or live in a managed association, taking care of leaves will keep your home looking good on the outside and bug free on the inside.