Landscaping in Springfield is virtually a year-round job.

If you take pleasure in maintaining a beautiful yard and want to enhance it, follow this seasonal landscaping calendar for the Queen City of the Ozarks.

Spring

• Lawn Care: Begin mowing in April when the grass reaches 2 inches in height.
• Mulch: Add or refresh mulch in gardens to protect tender new growth.
• Planting: Plant annuals, shrubs, trees and perennials right after Mother’s Day.
• Irrigation: Mid-May, set up a new irrigation system, as the last frost has passed and the risk of pipe freezing is eliminated.
• Hardscaping: Install patios, walkways, and stone garden walls after Mother's Day when there are no more frosts.
• Landscape Lighting: Wait for dry conditions to install landscape lighting. Also, when the ground is soft and there’s no more frost.
• Fencing: Milder weather invites projects like painting, staining, and repairs.

Summer

• Lawn Care: Mow weekly but adjust for rainfall.
• Irrigation: Consider adding an automated system to make irrigation more consistent and efficient.
• Landscape Lighting: Install a low-voltage lighting system to highlight your shrubs and trees.
• Fencing: It's time to paint or stain your old fence, replace damaged fencing, or install a new fence.

Fall

• Lawn Care: Stop mowing at the first sign of frost or when the grass stops growing.
• Leaf Cleanup: Rake and bag leaves, or hire a local leaf removal service.
• Mulch: Spread mulch to insulate plants from winter cold.
• Planting: Plant trees before the end of September when tree nurseries close. Plant spring bulbs now. Cut back perennials.
• Irrigation: Drain and winter-proof your system before October temps dip to freezing.
• Hardscaping: Wait until spring for concrete work, as it needs to be 50 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
• Landscape Lighting: Install low-voltage lighting systems before the ground freezes. Remember to bury wires at least six inches deep.
• Fencing: You can install, repair, and paint or stain fences until late September.

Winter

• Hardscaping: Use this season to design and budget for a new patio, firepit, or other outdoor amenity in the spring.
• Shrub Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Whether you need routine lawn care or some landscaping, LawnStarter’s Springfield landscaping pros have you covered with expert service at prices you’ll love.