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5 Late October Landscaping Tasks to Do Now!

In late October, Central Indiana landscaping should focus on winter prep and spring planning. Start with leaf cleanup, mulching, planting bulbs, pruning checks, and soil preparation.

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Why Apply Balanced Granular Fertilizer to Your Lawn in Fall?

Because applying a balanced fertilizer at this time of year might be the very best way to prepare your lawn for winter and set it up for a strong spring.

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Should You Treat for Mosquitoes in the Fall?

Early Autumn mosquito treatments are effective. They not only fight the buzz in the fall but decrease spring mosquito populations.

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Should You Fertilize Your Lawn in the Fall?

According to Berger Hargis Landscape Manager Desmond Corn, the answer is yes. The best time is August 15th to September 15th.

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Is Flooding Ruining Your Lawn?

Flooding can cause long-term damage to your lawns, especially when water sits on your grass surface for several days.

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What Are Lawn Hot Spots?

Hot spots are areas of dead or stressed turf that appear during summer heat waves. Berger Hargis Rep Desmond Corn explains what causes them and what you can do.

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Colorful autumn leaves

Seasonal Yard Care

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Large oak tree in open meadow

Trees & Shrubs

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Brick home with colorful flower landscaping

Landscape Design

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Beetle larvae in soil

Pests & Lawn Diseases

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Yard drainage and French drain installation

Water & Drainage

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Gutter filled with fallen leaves

Property Maintenance

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Company & People

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