As professional providers of lawn care service in Layton, we’re often asked about leaf removal—how important is it really and does it even make a difference? The short answer is yes, it does. Fallen leaves that are left on grass block sunlight and its nutrition from getting through.
Three Ways to Remove Leafs: Pros and Cons
There are basically three ways to handle leaves on your lawn. Each has pros and cons:
Raking
Pros. Raking is work, for sure, but it can also be kind of fun, even zen. Being out in nature, performing some light manual labor is good for you. And if you get the family involved, it can be fun. You can turn it into a competition–who rakes the most leaves in a set amount of time is an idea that kids will love.
Cons. Definitely labor-intensive and time-consuming.
Mulching
Pros. Mulching is a great choice and easy to do. You simply mow over the leaves (when they’re dry) to mulch them up. This allows more sunlight to filter through to your grass and has the added benefit of helping the environment. The leaf particles left behind turn into organic materials that provide additional nutrients for your lawn come spring. Mulching also reduces waste.
Cons. Can’t be done when leaves are wet, and you do need a lawnmower.
Blowing
Pros. This method allows you to quickly get rid of the most leaves–especially if you are using a gas-powered leaf blower. Just be mindful of running this too early in the morning and annoying your neighbors.
Cons. Loud, not the most environmentally-friendly and, unless done properly and carefully, can cause difficult to pick up debris piles.
About our Lawn Care Service in Layton
At Lawn Doctor of Ogden-Layton, we know how important your home’s appearance is to you—not just for value but for your own enjoyment. Our professional service uses premium products and superior custom-equipment to deliver stunning results. All our services are backed by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. We provide the following lawn care services in the Layton area:
- Lawn Fertilization
- Weed Control
- Lawn Aeration
- Tree and Shrub Care
- Power Seeding
- Mosquito Control
- Tick Control
- Outdoor Pest Control
- Special Even Sprays
Our Lawn Care Service Area
We are a locally owned and operated provider of lawn care services and, we are proud to serve as local experts for clients in:
- Layton
- Ogden
- Syracuse
- Kaysville
- Bountiful
- And the surrounding areas
To learn more about our lawn care services in Layton and how we can help your lawn achieve its lush and beautiful best, please contact us today.
