Question 1

When should I schedule fall clean-up in Maryland?

Accepted Answer

Most Maryland properties get one final clean-up after peak leaf drop, typically late November into early December. Booking by October locks in your window before the rush.

Question 2

How much does a spring clean-up cost?

Accepted Answer

Spring clean-ups in Maryland typically range from $350 for small lots to $1,500+ for larger properties needing leaf removal, bed edging, cut-backs, and fresh mulch.

Question 3

Do you haul away leaves and yard debris?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every clean-up includes full haul-away of leaves, cut-back material, and debris, your property is left finished, not stacked.

Question 4

How often should mulch be refreshed?

Accepted Answer

Once a year is plenty for most Maryland beds, two to three inches, refreshed rather than piled on. Mulch stacked against trunks in a volcano holds moisture against the bark and invites rot and pests. If last year's layer is still deep, we pull it back and top it lightly instead of adding another full course.

Question 5

Do you offer recurring maintenance visits?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most clients book spring and fall clean-ups as a pair, and some add a mid-season visit for edging and bed touch-ups. We schedule the fall visit around leaf drop rather than a fixed date, since it varies by several weeks year to year.

Question 6

Should perennials be cut back in fall or spring?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the plant and on what you want the winter garden to look like. Cutting back in fall gives a tidier appearance and removes disease-prone foliage. Leaving seed heads and hollow stems standing feeds birds and shelters overwintering pollinators. We usually cut back what is diseased or floppy and leave the rest until spring.