Seasonal Cleanup
Get a one-time seasonal service for a clean, polished landscape.
Seasonal cleanups are one of the most transformative services we offer—and a powerful reset for your landscape.
In a single, thoughtfully planned visit, we clear away built-up debris, redefine garden beds, and address season-specific needs. The result is often an immediate and noticeable improvement in the look, health, and structure of your property, while setting a strong foundation for the season ahead.
This service protects the investment you’ve already made in your landscape and helps ensure everything is prepared to thrive moving forward.
A scheduled one-time visit delivers pruning, and season specific treatments tailored to your landscape, complete with debris removal.
Our crew arrives on a set day, completes the work efficiently, and leaves your property clean and orderly.
- Bed care and edging. We weed planting beds, keep them tidy, and maintain a clean three-inch edge along mulch beds and tree rings.
- Pruning and plant maintenance. We use proper techniques to prune shrubs and ornamental trees to support plant health and shape.
- Season-specific treatments. We apply fertilizer, pre-emergent, soil amendments, aeration, or overseeding when appropriate for the season and your property.
- Debris removal. We clear leaves, weeds, and yard waste from turf, beds, and hardscape, then haul everything away.
- Optional add-ons. We quote planting of annuals, gutter and downspout cleaning, and plant health treatments separately when you request them.
We handle the planning, labor, and disposal so your landscape looks consistently maintained with minimal time from you.
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Thoughtful Care, Timed to Every Season
As winter fades, we take a thoughtful approach to refreshing your landscape for the season ahead. Planting beds are gently cleared, edged, and mulched to provide a clean, nourished foundation for new growth. Spring is also the primary time for proper pruning of trees and shrubs, allowing us to address winter damage, guide natural form, and support long-term plant health. When appropriate, we apply spring fertilizer and pre‑emergent treatments to encourage strong root development and help limit early weed growth.
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Summer care is designed to help your lawn and planting beds remain healthy through periods of heat, sun, and regular use. We apply a soil support amendment to turf to help grass better withstand seasonal stress. Planting beds are maintained to conserve moisture and reduce competition for nutrients. Trees and shrubs receive selective, proper pruning as needed to maintain structure. The focus remains on preserving color, health, and overall appearance through the height of the season.
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Fall is our second growing season when we apply fertilizer to replenish nutrients and support continued root strength. Leaves are carefully removed from turf and planting beds to prevent buildup that can contribute to pests or disease. Trees and shrubs are pruned as appropriate to remove dead or damaged growth and maintain sound structure. When conditions warrant, core aeration and overseeding can be included to relieve compaction, improve airflow and water movement, and encourage fuller turf heading into winter.
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In Winter, we perform seasonal winterization of herbacious plant material to promote healthy growth in Spring. This includes cutting back perennials at the appropriate height, and removing spent or damaged foliage. Winterization helps protect root systems through the colder months and supports a cleaner, healthier start when spring returns.
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How Tenleytown manages your seasonal cleanup
Shrubs and ornamental trees get a healthy, intentional shape
Professional pruning and plant maintenance
We use proper pruning techniques suited to each species and focus on maintaining structure and long-term plant health. We prune shrubs and ornamental trees and flag any larger work that should be quoted and scheduled separately. Structural pruning and cleanup are timed for dormant periods where appropriate, giving your plants good structure and promoting healthy growth.
I recently had Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape for the first time. The gardens had become overgrown and weed filled during the time that I was working on other projects. They came and weeded the entire yard, did a complete cleanup, trimmed the shrubs and mulched all gardens. I am very happy with the results and intend to have them continue their excellent work in the future.
Your property is restored without you managing crews
Seasonal planning and confirmed scheduling
Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape sets your seasonal cleanup on the calendar, confirms access details, and assigns a supervised crew to your property. The team works from a defined scope that covers debris removal, bed care, and season specific treatments, and they finish the visit in an organized sequence. You receive confirmation when the work is complete along with any notes that need your review, so that your landscape stays on schedule with almost no time or follow-up required from you.
The process was seamless with excellent service and professionalism, they went the extra mile in terms of care and clean up, absolutely will be using them going forward.
Work is completed with minimal impact on your household and neighbors
Discreet, respectful on-site conduct
You’ll receive a courtesy alert with a text when we’re on the way. Our team parks thoughtfully, respects property boundaries, and follows any specific instructions you share about gates, pets, and access. Communication runs through a single point-of-contact so you are not fielding questions from multiple people. The crew works efficiently, stages debris neatly before removal, and performs a final check before leaving, so that your property feels well-cared for without adding stress or inconvenience to your day.
They did a very nice job on a very significant front and backyard cleanup project. The team was prompt, careful, thorough, and efficient. They also were responsive to input during the project, and adjusted what they were doing to address issues that came up.
Turf, beds, and hardscape are brought back to a clean, finished standard in one visit
Comprehensive whole property cleanup
We treat your property as a connected landscape, not as separate tasks. The crew clears leaves, weeds, and debris from turf, beds, and hardscapes. Planting beds and tree rings are edged, and landscape debris is hauled away for proper disposal. The result is a consistent, finished look across the entire property.
I had neglected my DC home's yard pretty much an entire year. Plants and shrubs overgrown and blocking walk ways, weeds, sticks and decomposing leaves on the hardscaping. I turned to Tenleytown Lawn & Landscape and had an excellent experience from start to finish. On the day of service, the crew got it all accomplished in a few hours. The team was polite, efficient, and fastidious. They walked the yard with me when they were done to talk about it. The outdoor space looked immaculate. It was a wonderful transformation! I highly recommend them for your outdoor space needs!
Leaves are cleared or recycled without you managing bags or regulations
Leaf and debris handling that meets local requirements
We evaluate where leaf volume is best handled by mulching into turf, and where full removal is the better option. Debris is gathered, loaded, and hauled away or prepared according to the expectations of your jurisdiction, including specific rules that apply in the District. The goal is a clean property with compliant disposal practices, so that you do not have to track changing guidelines or deal with leftover piles after the crew leaves.
Testimonials
This was effortless on my part. The workers were fantastic and completed the job quickly and professionally. I was very pleased and will use them again when necessary.
Tenleytown did an amazing job clearing the virtual jungle of liriope and vines out of my yard. Joel and his brother-in-law worked tirelessly for two, long days, accommodating any request to move or split a plant, quickly and willingly, and trimmed things as needed without being asked. They were great. They mulched over any bare areas and cleaned up the huge mess of dirt and debris from the removal, and left everything looking neat and orderly. It was expensive, but worth it for results.
The Tenleytown team is top notch-we have been very happy with the yard cleanup work they have done for us. We look forward to being a repeat customer!
Everything your property needs to look expertly maintained in every season with one scheduled visit
- A property that looks consistently finished and guest ready. Your turf, beds, and hardscape are cleaned, edged, and detailed in one visit so the entire property presents as a well maintained space.
- Seasonal cleanup that does not require you to manage crews. Tenleytown sets the date, confirms access, and assigns a supervised team so your landscape stays on schedule without last minute coordination from you.
- Service that fits smoothly into how you run your home. The crew works discreetly, follows your preferences, and communicates through a single contact so your privacy, schedule, and standards remain intact.
- Beds that stay neat, defined, and free of buildup. Planting beds are weeded, cleaned, and edged to a clear three inch depth so they frame your home and hardscape cleanly.
- Shrubs and ornamentals that keep a healthy, intentional shape. We use appropriate pruning techniques for plants up to roughly eight to ten feet and flag larger work for separate quoting so your landscape matures in a controlled way.
- Leaf and debris handling that respects your neighbors and local rules. During heavy leaf season we decide where to mulch into turf and where to remove entirely, then manage disposal in line with expectations in Northwest DC, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and District regulations.
- Whole property debris removal and lawful disposal. The crew clears leaves, weeds, and landscape debris from turf, beds, and paved areas, then handles hauling or compliant disposal so nothing is left for you to move or monitor.
- Season specific treatments applied at the right time. Fertilizer, pre emergent, soil amendments, aeration, and overseeding are recommended and performed when they support long term soil health rather than on a fixed chemical schedule.
- Availability after the work is done. If you're home when the work concludes, we'll walk the property with you to make sure the work is up to standard. You can also reach out to us at 202-362-3383.
Still have questions? We've got answers.
Do you offer both spring and fall cleanups?
Yes. Spring and fall are our most popular seasonal cleanups, and we also offer summer and winter visits.
Spring cleanups refresh the landscape after winter, with debris removal, bed care, edging, mulching, and appropriate pruning. Fall visits focus on leaf removal and preparing the property for colder weather, with lawn treatments such as aeration and overseeding where appropriate.+ Fertilizers and preemergents
Summer cleanups keep planting beds tidy and address selective pruning and seasonal soil support. Winter visits include appropriate perennial cutbacks and removal of spent or damaged foliage. + Soil conditioner and Fungal treatments for your lawn
Each visit is tailored to your property and the season. You can schedule a single cleanup or plan visits throughout the year to keep your landscape looking cared for.
Can you prepare my landscape for winter?
Yes. Our fall and winter cleanups help your landscape move into the colder months with appropriate care for your lawn, planting beds, shrubs, and perennials.
Fall work can include clearing accumulated leaves from lawns and beds, removing spent annuals, and addressing dead or damaged growth. Where appropriate, lawn care may include fertilization, aeration, or overseeding to support the season ahead.
As plants enter dormancy, winter visits can include perennial cutbacks and removal of spent or damaged foliage. We time pruning and cutbacks to the needs of each plant, leaving growth in place where it provides seasonal interest or is better addressed later.
We’ll recommend a scope suited to your property, helping it look well cared for through winter while preparing for renewed growth in spring.
Can you clean up my property after a storm?
Yes. We can help with minor storm cleanup, including removing fallen branches, scattered leaves, and landscape debris from lawns, planting beds, patios, and walkways. We assess the work needed and define the scope so you know what the cleanup will include.
Large fallen trees, hanging limbs, or unstable trees may require a specialized tree service before our crew can safely clean the surrounding area. If debris is touching a power line, keep clear and contact your utility provider.
Once hazards have been addressed, we can clear the remaining debris and identify any planting or landscape damage that may need separate attention. Photos can help us understand the extent of the cleanup when you contact us.
Can I schedule a seasonal cleanup more than once a year?
Yes. You can schedule cleanups in spring, summer, fall, and winter, or arrange additional visits when your property needs attention. Properties with heavy tree coverage may benefit from several leaf cleanups during the fall.
If you’d prefer a consistently maintained landscape throughout the year, we also offer seasonal maintenance contracts for properties within our service area. Scheduled care keeps your landscape looking polished between seasonal cleanups, with fewer details for you to manage.
We can help you compare individual cleanup visits with a maintenance plan based on your property’s needs, budget, and preferred level of care, and explain which services are included in your proposal.
How long does a seasonal cleanup take?
Most seasonal cleanups are planned for one scheduled visit. The time on site depends on your property’s size, the amount of accumulated leaves or overgrowth, and the work included. A lightly maintained garden needs less time than a property requiring extensive bed clearing, pruning, and debris removal.
We assess those conditions before quoting and explain the anticipated duration when scheduling. Larger or more involved cleanups may require additional time or multiple visits.
Our crew handles the work and debris removal, then completes a final check so your property is left clean and orderly.
Do I need to be home during the cleanup?
No. You’re welcome to be home, but you don’t need to arrange your day around the visit. Once we’ve agreed on the scope and confirmed access, our supervised crew can complete the work while you’re away.
Before the visit, let us know about locked gates, pets, parking instructions, or any areas that need special attention. Please keep pets safely indoors or away from the work area while the crew is on site.
We’ll send a courtesy text when we’re on our way and confirm when the cleanup is complete, along with any notes that need your attention. If you’re home at the end of the visit, we can walk the property with you to review the results.
What does a seasonal cleanup include?
A seasonal cleanup clears accumulated debris and gives your landscape the care it needs for the season ahead. Work may include removing leaves and fallen branches, taking out spent annuals, tidying planting beds, and cutting back plants where the timing is appropriate.
The scope changes with the season and your property. A spring visit addresses debris left by winter and prepares beds for new growth. A fall visit focuses on accumulated leaves and preparing the landscape for colder weather. We consider which plants need attention and which are best left until a later season.
Before work begins, we’ll define what is included in your cleanup. The result is a refreshed, well-kept landscape, with care suited to the planting and character of your property.
When should I schedule a seasonal cleanup?
Spring and fall are our most popular cleanup seasons, but we offer visits throughout the year. The right timing depends on your landscape’s condition and the care it needs.
Spring is a good time to clear winter debris, refresh planting beds with edging and mulch, and address pruning and seasonal treatments appropriate to your plants and lawn. + Fertilizers and preemergents
Summer visits help keep beds tidy and support the landscape through heat and regular outdoor use, with selective pruning and soil support where needed. + Soil conditioner and Fungal treatments for your lawn
Fall cleanups manage fallen leaves and prepare the landscape for colder weather. Depending on your lawn, fall care may also include fertilization, aeration, or overseeding.
Winter visits focus on appropriate perennial cutbacks, removal of spent or damaged foliage, and plant care suited to the dormant season.
Contact us ahead of your preferred season, especially for spring and fall. We’ll recommend the timing and scope for your property, with pruning and treatments scheduled around plant needs and weather conditions.