Guidelines for yard upkeep:

Removing all litter, trash, dead vegetation, refuse & waste.
Lawn mowing on a regular basis.
Tree & shrub pruning.
Watering landscaped areas.
Keeping exterior lights in working order.
Keeping lawn & garden areas alive, free of weeds, and attractive.
Keeping driveways in good repair with basketball goals upright & clear of sidewalks.
Keeping exterior of homes & fences in good repair with regular maintenance.
All improvements & painting must submit an ARC form to HOA.

Yard maintenance Month-by-Month:

Spring

March: Fertilize, spruce up the patio

April: Aerate, scarify, apply pre-emergent herbicides

May: Mow frequently, weed

Summer

June: Fertilize early in the summer

July: Treat weeds

Fall

September: Fertilize in the fall

Winter

December: Treat the lawn for winter

Other tasks

January: Service the lawnmower

February: Trim hedges

October: Trim hedges

November: Clear gutters

Irrigation: Water the lawn

Tips

Fertilize when the grass is actively growing

Use slow-release fertilizer formulated for turf

Check and repair sprinkler systems

Apply pre-emergent herbicides in early spring to prevent crabgrass

Treat grubs when they hatch

You can also hire a landscaper to maintain your lawn

Follow these simple tips to get your yard and flower beds looking great:

Spray your lawn for weeds. Make sure you get chemicals that are safe for your particular lawn. You can research online or visit your local home improvement store.
Replace old bark and pine straw. If using pine straw make sure you ask for long leaf pine straw. It lasts longer and looks better.
Trim bushes and prune trees as needed.
Remove weeds from flower beds by spraying a weed killer or pulling by hand. We recommend a weed killer. 🙂
Mow your lawn to remove old winter grass.
Edge your sidewalks and driveway. Edging helps to maintain control of your lawn and looks great too!