Storm Damage on Cape Cod: Why Spring Landscape Cleanups Should Be Scheduled Early

This winter’s recent blizzard created beautiful scenery across Cape Cod, but the heavy snow and strong winds also took a toll on many landscapes.

As the snow melts and homeowners begin to look more closely at their yards, many are discovering broken branches, bent shrubs, and more debris than usual. These types of storms often leave behind damage that isn’t immediately obvious until spring cleanup begins.

What Snow and Ice Can Do to Your Landscape

Heavy, wet snow can place a surprising amount of weight on trees and shrubs. This can lead to:

• Broken or hanging tree branches

• Shrubs that have been bent or splayed open

• Damage to evergreen plants that hold snow on their branches

• Increased debris across lawns, planting beds, and walkways

Even when plants appear intact, the weight of snow can weaken branches and create structural issues that should be addressed before new spring growth begins.

Why Spring Cleanup May Take Longer This Year

Because many properties experienced similar storm conditions, landscaping crews across the region will likely be addressing more debris and storm-related damage than usual this spring.

What might normally be a routine cleanup may also include additional pruning, removal of damaged branches, and evaluation of shrubs that may need reshaping or replacement.

For that reason, spring cleanup schedules tend to fill quickly following winters with significant storms.

Evaluating Storm Damage

During spring cleanup, our team often helps homeowners determine whether plants can recover or if they may need additional care.

In many cases, proper pruning can restore the natural shape of shrubs that were bent under snow. In other cases, severely damaged branches may need to be removed to protect the health of the plant.

Addressing these issues early in the season helps encourage healthy growth throughout the spring and summer.

Scheduling Your Spring Cleanup

If your landscape experienced storm damage this winter, it’s a good idea to plan your spring cleanup early.

Scheduling ahead allows time to properly remove debris, address damaged plants, and prepare your property for the growing season.

Evergreen Landscaping is here to help Cape Cod homeowners restore their landscapes and get ready for spring.

Every landscape is different after a winter like this. Whether your property needs routine cleanup or more extensive storm damage care, our team is here to help.

Request your spring cleanup through our website to get started.

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We look forward to helping you welcome the new season with a refreshed, healthy landscape.