Once the spring and summer seasons pass, your landscape beds in Colorado might need a little pick-me-up in the fall. Three ways you can give them some much-needed TLC are to trim and prune your plants, add landscape curbing, and install a rock ground cover. Trimming and pruning your plants will keep them healthy and manicured, while landscape curbing will enhance the shape of your beds and make them stand out. Meanwhile, a rock ground cover will add a layer of protection for the roots of your plants, prevent weed growth, and make your landscape beds look more refined and pristine!

1. Trim and prune your plants.

Trimming and pruning your plants in the fall is a great way to enhance their appearance, plus your landscape beds'. Trimming them is important to eliminate overgrown and unruly branches and limbs that are starting to give them an unkempt look. On the other hand, pruning will rid them of any diseased, dying, or insect-infested parts to prevent the issue from spreading and keep the rest of the plant healthy. Fall is the sweet spot in the year to trim and prune your plants without causing unnecessary stress to them. That's because your plants will have finished blooming by then, so their flowering won't be interrupted! Not only that, but it'll also help them transition into dormancy in great shape.

2. Add landscape curbing.

Another thing you can do to spruce up the appearance of your landscape beds in the fall is to add landscape curbing! There are different curbing materials that you can choose from for your landscape beds, but the best one out there is concrete. Using concrete for your landscape curbing will ensure it stands the test of time. This addition will refine the curve and shape of your landscape beds, making them an eye-catching focal point on your property. It's also a great way to define the crisp lines that distinguish your grass from your landscape beds while giving them a well-maintained and neat appearance.

Landscape curbing can be decorative and have various stamp and mold patterns, plus different colors to suit your aesthetic preferences!

3. Install a rock ground cover.

The final measure you can take to refresh your landscape beds in the fall is to install a rock ground cover. Rocks are a low-maintenance ground cover material because they don't need to be replaced as often as mulch. They come in different colors, textures, shapes, and sizes, adding visual interest to your landscape beds. Whether you want a rustic touch or a modern aesthetic for your landscape, a rock ground cover can make it happen.

What's more, rocks are a great way to combat soil erosion, block weeds from sprouting, and retain moisture. They can also serve as insulation to protect the roots of your plants from extreme temperatures and weather conditions! Installing a rock ground cover in the fall is highly beneficial for your landscape beds because they'll have extra protection during the chilly winter season.

Your rock ground cover should be 2 to 3 inches thick so it provides maximum benefits without smothering your plants.

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Our team at Mesa Turf Masters offers landscape maintenance services like plant trimming, landscape curbing, and rock installation to properties in Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade, CO, and nearby areas. We have been beautifying landscapes and maintaining them since 1992, and you can rely on our team to have the skills and expertise to get yours looking its absolute best. Give us a call today at (970) 434-5440 to sign up for any of our landscape maintenance services.