Spring & fall yard cleanups in Missoula and Ravalli County

A thin layer can mulch in fine, but a heavy blanket of wet leaves smothers grass like a wet towel, blocks sunlight, and traps moisture that breeds snow mold and fungal disease. Heavy leaf loads need to come off for spring turf to wake up healthy.

Fall focuses on leaf and debris removal, dormant pruning, and winterizing. Spring prep clears winter debris, edges beds, refreshes mulch, and gets everything ready for planting and growth. They're bookends that protect your landscape during its most vulnerable transitions.

Dormant pruning happens late fall through late winter while trees and shrubs are in their "sleep" phase. Cutting during dormancy means less sap loss, reduced disease risk, and a clearer view of branch structure — it's the best window for major shaping cuts.

Regular maintenance prevents the buildup that turns into big problems — think oil changes versus engine rebuilds. HJ Property Care offers recurring seasonal schedules that catch issues early, meaning smaller, faster visits instead of overgrown, multi-day recovery jobs.