#Spring Cleanup

I had a follow-up conversation with Andy Finton this week, the senior conservation ecologist at The Nature Conservancy in Massachusetts, to talk about what he’s doing in his yard for his spring cleanup and how it’s connected to the ecosystem around him. We met in the fall to talk about the benefits of leaving leaves over the winter and thought it would be good to cover some of the nuances of spring cleanup. He was kind enough to put this in his own words for me to share: 1. If you’ve left the leaves in your beds over the winter, great! As spring arrives, they continue to provide benefits to both your garden, and to nature. The leaves hold moisture in the ground, add nutrients and organic matter to the soil, and prevent weeds. 2. And those bumble bees and other pollinators you see on your wildflowers in the summer are nesting in the ground under the leaves. They emerge slowly through March and April, and into May, so wait to clean them up if you can. (Optional: Even better, dedicate a portion of your yard to keep leaves year-round.) 3. The leaves are foundational to healthy ecosystems in the wild, and in our yards, and healthy ecosystems result in healthy people. Great information to have and thanks to Andy and also to Chloe Tomasetta for filming and production. For information about what The Nature Conservancy in Mass does, visit their website: https://nature.org/Massachusetts and the national organization is https://www.nature.org/en-us About me: I am a garden coach and consultant in the Boston area. Visit my website for information about how to book an in-person or virtual consultation and also my Linktree for other resources. You can also subscribe here for extra perks!: https://www.youcandoitgardening.com #youcandoitgardening #thenatureconservancy #leavetheleaves #ecology #biodiversity #gardeningforbeginners #gardeningtips #gardencoach #gardening #landscaping #gardening101

Spring is just around the corner 🌸✨ After a long Michigan winter, your landscape deserves a fresh start. Spring clean-up is the first step to bringing your property back to life and preparing it for a healthy season of growth. 🌿🌱 Our team at Lucia Landscaping can help restore your outdoor space by: • Removing leaves and winter debris from your lawn • Blowing off sidewalks, patios, and hard surfaces • Cleaning out landscape and garden beds A thorough seasonal clean-up improves curb appeal and helps set the foundation for a healthy landscape all season long. ⏳Spots are booking fast — schedule yours today! 📞 586-649-3269 | lucialandscaping.com . . . #springcleanup #landscapemaintenance #Michigan #propertymanagement #outdoorspaces #oneteamonedream #metrodetroit #michiganhomes #southeastmichigan

Nothing says spring like cleanup season getting underway. Sal running the power broom for the first time and getting after it. Good to see the crew back in the swing of things! #springcleanup #powerbroom #mulching #propertycleanup #clintonny

@ryobitoolsusa power broom is clutch for the spring clean up. Removing rocks that the snow blower caught or even gravel from your snow plow. This makes it quick and painless, where the rake would give you blisters. #tips #tutorial #diy

If only it was this easy right? @echotoolsaustralia #asmr #cleaning #lawncare #satisfying #oddlysatisfying #garden #gardening #homedecor #reelsindia #relaxing #fineart #fyp #transformation

Spring is around the corner! Before you know it, we will be doing spring clean ups and laying fresh mulch. Visit our website today to book your next project www.gillslandscaping.com #landscaping #spring #springcleaning #mulch #mulchseason

They DESERVED a place to PLAY - I HAD to help these KIDS out #mowing #edging #cleanup #asmr #satisfying #sbmowing #cleaning #overgrownyard #fyp #fypシ #viral #viralvideo #transformation #overgrown #maruyama #badboymowers

Saturdays go like this. #lawncare #cleanup #oddlysatisfying

Just weeks away!! . . . . #fallcleanup #leaf #curbsidepickup #lansingmichigan #foxscapesmi #landscaping

Spring Yard Refresh Tips 🌿 🎥 rashaadsmind (TikTok) Fresh mulch is one of the easiest ways to refresh your yard for spring. It helps retain moisture, protect plant roots, and instantly makes landscape beds look clean and finished. To keep mulch right where you put it, many homeowners use Lockscape Mulch Glue Max from PetraMax USA. Why people love it: ☑️ No VOC ☑️ No Prop 65 warning ☑️ Pet & kid safe ☑️ 100% permeable Fresh mulch down. Landscape locked in. 🌱 ➡️ Link in bio

After a gutter clean we blow the loose debris into the garden. Enjoy this satisfying video! Follow for more satisfying outdoor transformations! #leafblowing #guttercleaning #homemaintenance

Spring is on its way & we cannot wait to be doing them garden patio clean downs in the spring sunshine. Just like this one we did down in South London for London Powerwash (our sistier company)