There are several common mistakes people make when preparing their yard for winter, but it’s never too late to learn from them!  1. Not raking up leaves.  If you leave your leaves on the ground, this protective cover ends up being the ideal home for mold as well as insects and other pests.  2. Leaving plants in pots outside.  Pots are not frost-proof and should be brought inside.  3. Not wrapping young trees.  Young trees with thin bark that has yet to mature can be damaged by the rapid drop in temperature and freezing temps in the winter.  4. Not pruning trees.  Pruning trees in winter is a great way to clean up!  5. Skipping the last fertilization and aeration.  Don’t forget to aerate and fertilize your lawn 6-8 weeks prior to the first frost for the ultimate lawn success.