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Spring Pollen in Jacksonville: Why Your Driveway Turns Yellow Overnight
It’s not algae and it’s not dirt — it’s oak and pine pollen, and it comes down fast.
Why It Happens So Fast
Live oak and pine trees release pollen in large volumes over a short window each spring, and it settles on every horizontal surface — driveways, cars, pool decks, and window sills. Unlike algae, which builds up gradually, pollen film can appear within a single day.
Does It Actually Need Professional Cleaning?
A garden hose rinse often handles light pollen dusting on its own. Heavier pollen seasons, or pollen that’s mixed with existing algae film, tend to need actual cleaning to fully clear rather than just rinse and redistribute.
Timing Your Spring Cleaning
Many homeowners time their annual exterior cleaning for right after peak pollen season rather than before, so one visit clears both the pollen film and whatever algae or mold built up over the previous months.
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