Garden guides for Stockholm
Straight answers to common questions about gardens, trees, hedges, lawns and window cleaning in Stockholm's climate – written by Service Plus specialists. Short answer first, then the details. A new guide every day.
What should you do with the leaves in autumn?
Leaves need to come off the lawn, paths and roof, but they can happily stay in flower beds, under shrubs and in a compost. Rake or blow the leaves together every week in October and November, compost them into leaf mould or take them to the recycling centre as garden waste. Burning leaves is prohibited in most Stockholm municipalities.
PlantingWhat can you plant in autumn in Stockholm?
In autumn in Stockholm you plant trees, shrubs, hedges, perennials and bulbs from September to mid-October. Which plants suit, what to avoid and how to plant.
Tree fellingDo you need a permit to fell a tree in Stockholm?
On most house plots in Stockholm no permit is needed to fell a tree. A felling permit (marklov) applies to plan rules, protected trees and landscapes.
Lawn mowingWhen is the last lawn mowing of the autumn?
The last lawn mowing in Stockholm is done in late October or early November, once the grass stops growing. Mow to 4–5 cm. Why the height matters before winter.
PruningWhen and how do you prune apple trees?
Apple trees are best pruned in July–September (JAS). Remove dead, crossing and inward-growing branches, at most a quarter per year. Guide for Stockholm gardens.
Hedge trimmingWhen should the hedge be trimmed?
Hedges are best trimmed in mid-June and at the end of August. Thuja and yew once in July–August. Timing per hedge type, how to cut straight and common mistakes.
Which garden services qualify for the RUT deduction?
Lawn mowing, hedge trimming, pruning, tree felling, stump grinding and weeding qualify for a RUT deduction of up to 50%. Waste removal and materials do not.
Tree fellingHow much does tree felling cost in Stockholm?
Tree felling prices in Stockholm depend on the tree, its position, access and extras like stump grinding. What affects the price and how to get a free quote.
Garden cleanupWhen should you do the autumn garden cleanup in Stockholm?
Autumn cleanup in Stockholm is best done from late September to mid-November. Here is what to do when, what is included and what happens if you wait too long.
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