The snowfall and dips in temperature that come along with winter can be extremely detrimental to your lawn, and you may find it in disrepair come spring. For the all-around boost your lawn needs to achieve a full recovery as the temperatures climb back up, call in your local lawn care experts at Lawn Doctor of Chattanooga. We offer a comprehensive list of lawn care treatments to home and commercial property owners in Chattanooga, Cleveland, Ooltewah, Hixson, Ringgold, Signal Mountain and Lookout Mountain, TN to help get their lawns back on track for spring.
Spring Lawn Care Strategies for Chattanooga Residents
When the snow melts, it can reveal the winter months’ damage left on your lawn. Mildew, dry patches, overall fading, collections of dead leaf litter and more can often be found in the wake of the winter months, and they can make getting your lawn back to green a tricky endeavor. There are several effective lawn care strategies you can implement to restore your lawn this spring, and each and every one of them require a degree of precision, so make sure to consult your local experts at Lawn Doctor of Chattanooga before getting started. Here are three key strategies in reclaiming your lawn from the effects of winter:
Power-seeding. It is a common practice involving cutting the affected turf short and then power seeding the area. Our power seeder puts holes in the ground and pushes the seeds under about 1 inch to increase germination rates. If you decide to power seed in the spring, then pre-emergents can not be applied for the prevention of weeds. Watering is extremely important during the first summer season as roots are new and shallow. The best time to power seed fescue grass is in the fall.- Fertilization. Winter can leave your lawn with low energy stores, and the only way to replenish them is with proper fertilization. Fertilization will give your lawn the nutrients it needs to grow, but some lawns may need several treatments to reach the proper nutrient density required for steady growth.
- Pre-Emergent Application. It helps keep crabgrass and other weeds’ seeds that are already under the ground from germinating in your yard. Prevention of weeds is key.
- Mosquito & Tick Prevention. Mosquitoes and ticks can easily thrive in post-winter conditions. Eliminate any sources of standing water and cut down on the shady areas in your lawn to reduce breeding grounds and help keep your lawn clear of pesky invaders this spring.
For comprehensive, professional solutions to your spring lawn care troubles, call Lawn Doctor of Chattanooga today at (423) 708-7900 and schedule your free consultation. We offer lawn care solutions to homeowners and businesses all over Chattanooga, Cleveland, Ooltewah, Hixson, Ringgold, Signal Mountain, Lookout Mountain, Soddy Daisy, Harrison and the surrounding communities.
