Has your lawn seen better days? Is grass discolored and weak looking? Are blades yellowing between the veins or dying off in areas? It can be a frustrating situation for any homeowner. But as the Wheaton area’s experts in green grass, Lawn Doctor of Batavia-Aurora knows there are some common lawn care challenges that can detract from the green color in your grass. Here’s a look at a few of them and how to overcome each one.
Challenge #1: Yellow patches of grass. This is often due to improper mowing techniques. When your blades are set too low, or they’re dull, it can stress grass and lead to weak or yellowing color. Instead, it’s best to mow more frequently and keep grass blades longer in between each mowing. Likewise, if you haven’t sharpened your lawn mower’s blades in a while, then now’s the time.
Challenge #2: Grass blades that are yellowing between the veins, or blades that are a pale green color. This can be a sign of soil that’s too acidic or is deficient in some way. The best approach to this problem is to test your soil for its pH level and basic nutrients. You can then find out what specific essentials your lawn is missing and apply the precise amount.
Challenge #3: Grass with a light gray or brown color where footprints are highly visible. This is likely due to drought stress. When this happens to your lawn it can be tempting to break out every sprinkler you have and start watering. But consider this: regular, shallow watering can actually cause more stress to your lawn. It encourages roots to grow and remain near the soil surface, making them vulnerable to drought, weeds, insects and disease.
Instead, the most beneficial approach is to water your lawn longer and less frequently, for example 45 to 60 minutes per sprinkler zone every 3rd or 4th day.
The Experts in Green Grass in Wheaton
Whether you live in Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, West Chicago, Winfield, Geneva or Lombard, we can help you identify and address the underlying causes for discolored turf in your lawn and achieve vibrantly green grass. We offer all the solutions your lawn needs, from pH soil testing to aerating and seeding, to bring your lawn back to life and transform it into an outdoor oasis. On top of that, we even back our services with the industry’s best guarantee.
Ready to get greener grass? Connect with the Wheaton area’s experts in green grass – Lawn Doctor of Batavia-Aurora – by calling 630.406.8535. Ask to schedule your free, no obligation consultation.
