Leaves left on the lawn over winter can smother the grass and lead to snow mold. Here is when to clean them up, when you can just mulch them, and what a full fall cleanup covers.
From the last mow of the season to protecting shrubs from winter burn, here is a simple checklist to get your lawn and beds ready for winter in the western suburbs.
A few simple steps before the first storm make snow removal faster and protect your lawn, beds and concrete. Here is what to do now in Lombard and nearby towns.