What Your Yard Needs in May: Spring Landscape Maintenance Tips for Central Minnesota

Article Summary

May is when your landscape really starts to take off in Central Minnesota. Grass is growing, plants are waking up, and weeds are starting to spread. In this article, you’ll learn what your yard needs this time of year, what you can handle yourself, and when it makes sense to bring in a professional to keep everything looking its best.

Why May is a Critical Month for Your Landscape

By the time May arrives in Central Minnesota, your yard is no longer in recovery mode. It’s in full growth mode.

What you do now sets the tone for the entire season. Miss a few key steps, and you may spend the summer playing catch-up with weeds, overgrowth, and uneven landscaping. Stay on top of it, and your property stays clean, healthy, and easy to maintain.

Homeowners across Lester Prairie, Waconia, Buffalo, Watertown, Mayer, Cologne, and Arlington are already seeing this shift in their yards.

Contact Andy’s Lawn & Snow to request a free estimate and get your landscape on track this spring.

1. Clean Up What Winter Left Behind (And What April Missed)

Even if you did a spring cleanup in April, May often reveals what was overlooked. As everything greens up, leftover debris and damage become more visible.

Built-up leaves, broken branches, and compacted areas can block sunlight and airflow, slowing down healthy growth.

DIY Tips:

• Lightly rake leftover debris from the lawn and beds
• Remove small branches and organic buildup
• Clear out plant beds to allow new growth

When to Hire a Professional:

• Large properties with heavy debris
• Areas with compacted soil or visible turf damage
• Landscapes that need reshaping or full cleanup

Call Andy’s Lawn & Snow at 320-395-9806 to get an estimate for a thorough spring landscape cleanup.

2. Refresh and Define Landscape Beds

Landscape beds tend to lose their shape over winter. Edges soften, mulch breaks down, and weeds begin to creep in.

Taking time to redefine these areas in May can instantly improve the look of your entire property.

DIY Tips:

• Re-edge beds using a spade or edging tool
• Add a fresh layer of mulch to retain moisture
• Remove early weeds before they spread

When to Hire a Professional:

• Overgrown or uneven bed lines
• Larger properties needing consistent edges throughout
• Full bed refresh or design updates

Request a free estimate from Andy’s Lawn & Snow to refresh and redefine your landscape beds.

3. Stay Ahead of Weeds Before Summer Hits

Weeds don’t wait. By May, they’re already starting to establish themselves across your lawn and landscape beds.

The earlier you act, the easier they are to control.

DIY Tips:

• Hand-pull weeds when they first appear
• Spot-treat small areas as needed
• Keep mowing consistently to limit the spread

When to Hire a Professional:

• Widespread weed growth across the lawn
• Recurring weed problems year after year
• Need for consistent fertilization and weed control programs

Contact Andy’s Lawn & Snow to request a free estimate for fertilizer and weed control services.

4. Trim, Prune, and Maintain for Healthy Growth

As plants and shrubs begin growing quickly in May, proper trimming becomes important for both appearance and long-term health.

Unmanaged growth can lead to uneven shapes, blocked walkways, and stressed plants.

DIY Tips:

• Lightly prune shrubs to maintain shape
• Remove dead or damaged branches
• Keep plants trimmed away from walkways and structures

When to Hire a Professional:

• Larger shrubs or hard-to-reach areas
• Risk of over-pruning or damaging plants
• Properties that need consistent, ongoing maintenance

Request a free estimate from Andy’s Lawn & Snow for professional landscape maintenance services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What landscape maintenance should be done in May?
Focus on cleanup, edging, mulching, weed control, and trimming to support healthy growth.

Is May too late for spring cleanup?
No, but delaying too long can allow weeds and overgrowth to take hold.

How often should landscape maintenance be done?
Most properties benefit from maintenance every few weeks to stay clean and well-kept.

Can I do landscape maintenance myself?
Basic tasks can be handled on your own, but larger or ongoing work is often more efficient with professional help.

Key Takeaways

• May is a key month for active landscape growth and maintenance.
• Cleaning up leftover debris improves overall lawn and plant health.
• Defined landscape beds enhance curb appeal and organization.
• Early weed control prevents larger problems in summer.
• Regular trimming supports healthier, more attractive plants.
• Professional maintenance saves time and delivers consistent results.

Set Your Yard Up for a Strong Season

A well-maintained landscape in May leads to a smoother, more enjoyable summer. Staying ahead of growth, weeds, and cleanup now helps you avoid bigger issues later.

Whether you need help with cleanup, trimming, or ongoing maintenance, having the right team makes all the difference.

Homeowners in Delano, Hutchinson, Winsted, Norwood Young America, and Glencoe trust Andy’s Lawn & Snow to keep their properties looking their best.

Contact us to request your free estimate and keep your Central Minnesota landscape looking great all season long.