It’s 50 degrees outside and you’re reaching for the rake… STOP. Step away from the yard tools.

In this episode, Brian and Lauren are joined by The Cranky Arborist (John Palmer), ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, to talk about why you absolutely should not be cleaning up your garden and yard just yet.

As tempting as those warm days feel, early yard work can actually harm pollinators, beneficial insects, and the health of your landscape. John explains what’s happening beneath the surface in late winter and early spring — and why patience matters more than productivity.

We discuss:
Why you shouldn’t rush spring cleanup

What’s happening in your garden that you can’t see

How early trimming can hurt trees and shrubs

The importance of planting native trees

Why every yard needs a little “Lorax energy”

And yes — he really does want you to plant a tree in your yard.

Find an arborist near you:
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