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By Lorraine • Apr 1st, 2010 • Category: Dig in, Spring
9.Rake it off
Raking the lawn is not only a pleasant spring pastime, but it helps remove thatch buildup, which can weaken the roots of turf grass. Rake off the winter mulch from flowerbeds too, so they warm up faster. Reserve the mulch, mix it with compost and reapply as a top dressing in a few weeks.
Lorraine is a garden writer and Master Gardener.
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