Many homeowners struggle to achieve green, beautiful grass – but with the right care and support, anyone can grow the lush, green lawn of their dreams. As Wheaton and Naperville’s lawn care experts, Lawn Doctor of Naperville has helped countless homeowners grow healthy, green grass. Our guidance and professional treatment options give Wheaton-area homeowners everything they need to grow thick, green grass with strong roots and healthy natural defenses.
Here are seven keys to green grass that Wheaton-area homeowners can use to improve the health and appearance of their lawns…
Tip #1: Correct Mowing Strategies
You may not think much about how often you mow or how much you take off the top when you mow, but these two things can have a huge impact on the look of your lawn. Mowing when required so grass stays at the ideal height is essential. We recommend that you do not mow more than 1/3 of the grass blade at any one time. Do not cut the grass to less than 3” when mowing (be sure to consider the thickness of the thatch layer). This may mean you have to mow more frequently during certain points of the year. Effective mowing strategies can help you get the green grass you want.
Tip #2: The Right Fertilization Plan
Your grass needs nutrients for healthy, thick growth. But getting the right nutrients to your grass on the right schedule can be tough. Differences between various types of grass and growing conditions mean that each lawn has its own unique fertilization needs. Choosing the right fertilizer and fertilization schedule for your lawn can make all the difference.
Tip #3: Water Regularly – But Not Too Much
A well-hydrated lawn is a happy lawn, so be sure to water yours frequently. That said, it can be easy to over-water your lawn, leading to wasted water, damaged soil, and nutrients lost to runoff. Most lawns see best results when watered 2-3 times a week for 45 minutes, but this can vary depending on a variety of factors including sprinkler type, water pressure, amount of shade vs sun, soil conditions, or grass type.
Tip #4: Check Soil Conditions
Our experts have seen many lawns in the Wheaton and Naperville areas that struggle to produce green grass due to overly-acidic or overly-alkaline soil. If your lawn is struggling to thrive despite proper fertilization and watering, you may wish to have your soil’s pH level checked.
Tip #5: Keep Soil Aerated
As our lawn care experts can tell you, green grass needs air in order to survive. If your lawn’s soil is compacted or covered up with thatch, your grass will suffer. Have your lawn regularly checked for compacted soil and aerate your lawn as needed.
Tip #6: Re-Seed if Necessary
Occasionally, the best way to achieve green grass is to re-seed your lawn. Sometimes your home’s builder or previous owner installed the wrong type of grass. Other times, damage has become too much to fix. If re-seeding your lawn, be sure to pick a seed mixture that will thrive in our climate and a seeding method – like power seeding – that will promote green grass.
Tip #7: Choose Wheaton & Naperville’s Green Grass Experts
The lawn care experts at Lawn Doctor of Naperville offer all the services you need to keep grass healthy and attractive. Our fertilization, soil pH correction, lawn aeration, and lawn seeding services make growing green grass easy for homeowners in Wheaton, Naperville, West Chicago, Batavia, Aurora, St. Charles, Glen Ellyn, Geneva, Lisle, Winfield, Downers Grove, and Lombard. Call 630-406-8535 today for a free service estimate.
