By October, frost is inevitable in Edmonton. Now is the time to close out the season and prepare your landscape for the cold months ahead.
Fall Cleanup Checklist
Rake or mulch fallen leaves, clear garden debris, and aerate your lawn. Fertilize with a fall-specific blend to strengthen roots. Clean and seal decks, patios, or wood surfaces to protect them from winter moisture.
Drain and Store
Empty and store garden hoses, and make sure your irrigation system and any water features are properly drained before freezing temperatures arrive. This prevents costly damage come spring.
Protect Your Plants
Add mulch around the root zones of shrubs and perennials to insulate against temperature swings. Wrap young trees or those with thin bark to protect them from frost cracks and animal damage. Move potted plants indoors or cover them to shield against frost.
Look Ahead to Spring
Take a soil test now to determine what amendments may be needed next season. Make notes on what worked in your yard this year and what you’d like to change. Planning now ensures a smooth start when spring returns. While Edmonton winters are long and cold the warmer weather will be here before you know.
It’s not too early to think ahead, book your 2026 project with Greentree Outdoor Living now and be first in line when the new season begins!