Weeds don’t take a holiday, and winter is no exception. Staying on top of weeds during the colder months ensures your garden looks tidy and ready to flourish come spring.
Why Winter Weeding is Important
- Stop the Spread: Many weeds germinate in winter and grow rapidly in spring. Remove them early to save yourself a bigger headache later.
- Protect Your Plants: Weeds compete with your plants for nutrients, water, and sunlight.
- Maintain Garden Health: Left unchecked, weeds can harbor pests and diseases that harm your garden.
Tips for Winter Weeding
- Weed After Rain: Wet soil makes it easier to pull weeds out, roots and all.
- Use Mulch: A layer of mulch around your plants can block sunlight and suppress weed growth.
- Be Consistent: Check your garden weekly for new weeds and deal with them quickly.
- Target the Roots: Pulling weeds by the roots prevents regrowth. Use a weeding tool for stubborn ones.
How Fox Can Help
Weeding can be time-consuming, especially in larger gardens. Our team can keep your garden weed-free all year round, so you don’t have to.