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Spring Yard Cleanup Checklist — Washington, District of Columbia

Complete checklist with climate-adjusted recommendations for Washington, District of Columbia

Overview

Get your yard ready for the growing season with this comprehensive spring cleanup guide. Remove winter debris, prepare garden beds, and start your lawn care program.

Washington falls in the mixed humid climate zone. This checklist has been adjusted for local conditions.

Washington Checklist

PropDoctor

1

Remove winter debris and dead plants

DIYEasy~120 min

Clear fallen branches, dead leaves, and any winter-killed plants from beds and lawn. A thorough spring cleanup prevents disease, improves curb appeal, and gives healthy plants room to grow.

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2

Prune trees and shrubs

DIYModerate~150 min

Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Shape flowering shrubs after they bloom. Do not top trees -- proper pruning preserves the tree's structure, health, and appearance.

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3

Edge garden beds and walkways

DIYEasy~120 min

Define clean edges between lawn and beds. Add fresh mulch 2-3 inches deep to suppress weeds, retain moisture, and give your landscape a polished look.

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4

Test and amend soil

DIYEasy~60 min

Send a soil sample to your county extension office. Amend based on results to optimize pH, nutrients, and soil structure for a healthy lawn and garden.

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5

Apply pre-emergent weed control

DIYEasy~45 min

Apply before soil temperature reaches 55 degrees F consistently. This prevents crabgrass and other annual weeds from germinating in your lawn.

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6

Repair bare spots in lawn

DIYEasy~60 min

Loosen soil, add seed and starter fertilizer, keep moist until established. Restore bare or thin patches to lush, healthy turf in 3-4 weeks.

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7

Service lawn mower

DIY

Change oil, sharpen blade, replace spark plug, clean air filter. Set cutting height to 3-3.5 inches.

8

Activate and inspect irrigation system

DIY

Turn on zones one at a time, check for broken heads, adjust spray patterns.

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Alexandria, VA

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Alexandria, VA

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Washington Housing Market

Median Home Price

$600,000

Homes for Sale

390

Price per Sq Ft

$518

Local Pros

600

Home Service Professionals Near Washington

lender 101Agents 95multimedia_specialist 82Landscapers 78Roofers 65Movers 65Flooring 57Cleaners 57

Median Household Income

$106,287

Median Home Value

$724,600

Median Rent

$1,900/mo

Homeownership Rate

41.1%

Population

672,079

Median Year Built

1957

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

Fair Market Rents — Washington

Studio

$1,953/mo

1 Bedroom

$2,015/mo

2 Bedroom

$2,246/mo

3 Bedroom

$2,835/mo

4 Bedroom

$3,332/mo

Source: HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents — Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD HUD Metro FMR Area

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