Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Ready for winter?

It seems like summer just started, but the cooler temperatures are here already! The leaves are turning gorgeous shades of red and yellow. Pumpkins decorate doorsteps all over town. Harvest is well underway. With winter not far away, we thought we'd share a few friendly tips to help winterize your home.
Remember all of the beautiful plants that fill your front yard with color? Make sure to give them a nice, deep water a few days before the first freeze of the season. Plants need that last boost of nutrients before going into hibernation to survive until next winter, kind of like a big meal before a looooooong sleep. By giving them the extra long watering before a few days before the first freeze, it helps them to soak up as much as possible before retiring for the cold months. This deep watering will help your lovely flora to survive the frost and come back happy and healthy next season.
After you're done watering those plants, make sure to drain your garden hose and store it out of the elements. When water freezes, it expands and can break down the rubber and other materials in the hose, ruining the integrity of the material. This can lead to cracking, tearing, and leaking when the water thaws. For this reason, it's important to remember to empty all the water before putting them away for the season. An easy way is to simply unwind your hose so that one end is at the top of a hill and the other is at the bottom. Make sure to remove all the attachments, too! These are just a couple of simple suggestions that can help put your mind at ease while you enjoy sweater weather. Happy Fall, everyone!
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