Pumpkins: Festive, But Moisture-Heavy
Pumpkins are a fall favorite, but eventually rot and collapse into the grass.
Pro Tips:
- Place pumpkins on straw, boards, stepping stones, or plant stands.
- Incorporate pumpkins into mulch beds or other landscaping instead of the grass.
- Move or toss pumpkins as soon as they soften to prevent mold or damage from spreading.
Inflatables: Fun With a Side of Risk
Large inflatables have become a Halloween staple, but leaving them in one spot can be tough on your lawn. Grass under an inflatable gets blocked from sunlight, airflow, and sometimes heat from blowers—conditions that can lead to yellowing or dead spots.
Pro Tips:
- Move inflatables daily to let the grass breathe.
- Avoid placing on soggy ground as Wet soil is easier to compact and damage. Choose firmer spots or wait for dry weather.
- Skip the grass and set up spooky inflatables on hard surfaces like driveways and porches.
Foot Traffic: Guide Guests, Protect Grass
Depending on the size of your neighborhood, Halloween night may bring a lot of foot traffic, which can easily wear down grass and compact soil. Kids and visitors often follow the same path, leaving a beaten-down trail.
Pro Tips:
- Use lanterns, solar lights, or glow sticks to guide visitors along sidewalks or driveways.
- Place decorations in a manner that directs guests naturally without blocking fun.
- Guide trick-or-treaters to a candy bowl in the garage or another hard-surfaced area to keep your lawn safe from foot traffic.
Keep Your North Atlanta Lawn Healthy Year-Round
Halloween decorations are just one challenge for your lawn this fall. Seasonal changes, weather, and daily wear can also stress your grass. That’s where got lawn? Tree & Turf Care comes in. As a locally owned, family-operated lawn care company serving Buckhead, Alpharetta, and the North Atlanta metro, we know precisely what your turf needs to stay strong, green, and healthy through Halloween and every season after.
Protect your lawn while enjoying all the fall fun. Contact us today to learn more about our full-service lawn care services and keep your yard looking its best year-round.
