Many dream of a picturesque lawn full of lush, green grass and well-manicured landscaping. That dream can become a reality with a well-tailored lawn care plan and some simple techniques. The key to success is having a seasonal plan customized to your lawn’s needs.
Throughout the year, as seasons change, so does the environment in which our lawns grow. With each seasonal change, your lawn will have different requirements to achieve magazine-quality perfection.
See below for some general lawn care program recommendations for seasonal care.
Spring
Springtime is likely the most crucial part of your regime. Whether you have cool-season or warm-season grass, this is the time when your lawn is recovering from its dormancy period. Cool-season grasses should have robust root systems. Warm-season grasses may need fertilizer. Additionally, whether your grass is a cool or warm season, you should be sure to dethatch your lawn to make room for the new growth. This is best done before your lawn turns green again, as it will help to aerate the soil and remove bedding that fungi and pests like to nest in.
Summer
A regular watering and mowing schedule is important during warm weather. Keeping your lawn at a consistent height during the summer will encourage your grass to fill in and become more dense while retaining water, choking out weeds, and protecting your lawn’s roots from heat damage. To slow down vertical growth, you may consider adding a growth regulator during the summer to help control the height of your lawn without having to chop it down twice a week.
Autumn
If you have cool-season grass, this is the time to fertilize your lawns. Your lawn will need the nutrients to prepare for the upcoming winter. It is also important to apply fungicides and pesticides to both seasonal grass types during this time of year. As leaves fall and begin to collect, debris can suffocate the grass, creating the perfect bed for fungus, insects, mold, or diseases. This lawn care program will help deter problems impairing your lawn during its dormancy period in the winter.
Winter
During the winter, the majority of your lawn will be dormant. Growth slows down drastically, and it will need less cutting. This is when your lawn is quite vulnerable, and you should take extra care to avoid disturbing the grass as much as possible. Prepare your sign that says “keep off the grass,” and do your best not to park or walk on your lawn when possible. The extra time you would spend maintaining your lawn should be focused on your equipment and materials.
Patient Perfection
There is something to do year-round when maintaining a show-stopping lawn. Spring lawn cleaning is as essential as regular lawn maintenance in the fall and watering during the dry season. As the year progresses, consider some of the above tips for year-round success with upkeep on your lawn. Give your lawn the necessary care with a solid seasonal lawn care program. With an all-season plan and some patience, your lawn will maintain optimal resilience while looking its best.
