Picture this: You step out into your backyard, ready to enjoy a peaceful afternoon in the sun, only to discover that your once lush, green lawn is now marred by unsightly patches and damaged plants. If this scenario sounds all too familiar, you may be dealing with some unwelcome guests in your yard - tent caterpillars and white grubs.

You can easily become distracted during the fall with everything going on. Additionally, unlike those hot summer days, you might spend more time indoors and avoid outdoor tasks.

However, as cooler temperatures start to creep in, it's only a matter of time before winter arrives. Proper northeast Ohio fall lawn care can help prepare your landscapes and vegetation for freezing temperatures. Even cool-season grasses don't have complete immunity against winter's cold bite.

Every year as fall approaches, many succumb to the temptation to get lazy with their turf and lawn care. Why would you worry about keeping a clean yard when leaves fall and late fall frosts soon kill everything green?