BLOG Seasonal Splendor: Enhancing Autumn Gardens with Lawns By St. John May 07, 2025

Autumn is a season of transformation, where everything around us is painted in warm hues of red, orange, and gold. As the trees shed their leaves and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to consider enhancing your garden's beauty. Lawns By St. John specializes in seasonal lawn and landscaping services, offering tailored solutions to ensure your garden remains vibrant and well-maintained throughout the fall.

Fall is an excellent opportunity to prepare your garden for the new season. While many may view this time as the end of the growing season, it's actually a crucial period for your garden's health. Lawns By St. John knows that autumn is ideal for activities like planting, pruning, and clearing away summer debris to make way for winter preparation and spring rejuvenation.

Start with clearing fallen leaves and debris which can smother your lawn if left unattended. Leaf removal not only helps your lawn breathe but also prevents fungus and pests from taking up residence during the cooler months. Our professional services include efficient leaf removal, ensuring your lawn remains pristine and healthy.

Pruning is another key task in autumn. Trimming back trees and shrubs not only eliminates dead and diseased branches but also encourages new growth. By judiciously pruning your plants, you can control their shape and size as well as enhance their blooms. Lawns By St. John’s expert team is equipped to tackle all your pruning needs, ensuring your garden structures are strengthened before the onset of winter.

Planting is not just a springtime affair. Autumn is optimal for planting certain types of shrubs and perennials. The soil is still warm enough to encourage root growth, and the cooler temperatures reduce stress on young plants. Consider planting bulbs like tulips and daffodils, which will stay dormant through the winter and burst into color in the spring. Our landscaping experts can advise you on the best plants for your garden, considering factors like soil type, sunlight, and your garden’s existing design.

Aeration is also a vital part of autumn lawn care. By perforating the soil, we allow air, water, and nutrients to penetrate deeply into the grass roots, fostering stronger growth. This process reduces soil compaction and thatch build-up, helping your lawn recover from summer stress and preparing it to withstand cold temperatures.

Fertilization in the fall helps give your lawn the nutrients it needs to survive the winter and thrive in the spring. A slow-release fertilizer provides essential nutrients over time, and Lawns By St. John uses high-quality products to nurture your soil and grass.

Finally, we can help you plan your garden's seasonal color with autumn-friendly plants. Imagine a garden not only transitioning but thriving, filled with seasonal wonders like mums and asters. Our team can assist you in selecting the perfect autumn palette to ensure lasting beauty.

With Lawns By St. John, your garden will not merely survive the fall, but it will blossom with seasonal splendor. Our comprehensive lawn and landscaping services are designed to suit your needs, ensuring your garden’s health and aesthetic appeal year-round. Don't let autumn pass you by without taking the opportunity to refresh and rejuvenate your garden. Contact us today to begin your seasonal garden transformation.