Posted on October 4th, 2025

Your Autumn Game Plan for a Healthier Lawn

Fall on Mount Desert Island brings crisp air, golden leaves — and a critical window for lawn and landscape care. Leaves left behind can smother your lawn, trap moisture, and set the stage for spring headaches. At Rabasca Property Services, we helphomeowners’ clear debris, prep turf, and protect their grounds before winter sets in. Whether you're in Bar Harbor, Mount Desert, Southwest Harbor, or Tremont, our seasonal services are designed to keep your property tidy, resilient, and ready to thrive when spring arrives.

Did You Know?

• ·Stronger Roots for Winter: Cooler temperatures and increased rainfall create ideal conditions for root growth. By feeding and nurturing your lawn now, you help it store energy to withstand winter stress.
• Repairing Summer Damage: Summer heat, foot traffic, and drought can leave grass thin and tired. Early fall is the best time to overseed and fill in bare patches.
• Weed and Pest Control: A healthy, dense lawn is your best defense against weeds and pests that try to take advantage of weakened turf.
• A Head Start on Spring: Lawns that receive proper autumn care green up faster and look healthier once the snow melts.

Key Steps for Early Autumn Lawn Care

• Rake and Mulch Leaves: Don’t let fallen leaves smother your grass. Mulching them with your mower adds organic matter back into the soil while keeping sunlight and airflow available.
• Aerate the Soil: Compacted soil prevents water and nutrients from reaching the roots. Aerating in early fall opens the ground, giving roots room to breathe and grow.
• Overseed Bare Spots: Spread grass seed over thin or patchy areas. The warm soil and cool air of autumn create the perfect environment for new seedlings to establish before winter.
• Fertilize for Strength: Apply a slow-release, nitrogen-rich fertilizer in early autumn, and again before the ground freezes. This builds up energy reserves in the roots, ensuring your lawn bounces back strong in Spring.
• Keep Watering: Just because it’s cooler doesn’t mean your lawn doesn’t need water. Continue watering to keep the soil moist and roots healthy.
• Final Mow of the Season: Gradually lower your mower blade for the last few cuts. Shorter grass going into winter reduces the risk of snow mold and other fungal diseases.

Tangible Payoffs

• Thicker, healthier turf: Overseeding now fills in bare spots and boosts density before winter.
• Stronger root systems: Aeration and fertilization encourage deep root growth, which means better drought resistance next year.
• Fewer pests and diseases: Cleaning up leaves and debris reduces moisture buildup and fungal risk.

Are You Ready for Your Great Fall Sweep?

Rabasca Property Services offers fall clean-up, lawn care, and seasonal oversight across Mount Desert Island and surrounding areas. Let’s clear the way for healthy spring growth and a worry-free winter.

Contact us today to schedule your fall service. Call 207-618-7444 , email [email protected] or visit our website www.rabascapropertyservices.com