Spring is here and if you’re not already you should be thinking about your lawn. When should you fertilize your lawn? What do you do about lawn weeds? What is the best approach to lawn care? Don’t worry we have compiled a list of the best lawn care tips to get your grass looking great this year.
- Get to know your lawn. It’s important to understand your grass type. Typically in Utah you will have a Kentucky bluegrass or a bluegrass rye blend. Knowing your grass type will help determine mowing and watering schedules.
- Know how to mow. You should keep your lawn mower blade sharp and set your lawn mower to a high setting so as to not cut off too much grass at one time. By keeping your lawn taller it allows the roots to go deep making your lawn more drought resistant. One more suggestion is to leave the grass clippings on the grass to break down and nourish the soil.
- Water longer and less often. By giving your lawn more water but less frequently it encourages strong root growth so it will be more tolerant when it doesn’t get water. Early morning watering is best to avoid evaporation.
- Fertilize. Fertilizing your lawn throughout the year will give it the nutrients it needs to remain healthy and green.
- Aerate. Aerating your lawn will help get air, nutrients, and water to your lawn roots allowing them to grow deeper.
- Test your soil. Testing your soil can give you an exact idea of what fertilizer is needed for your soil type.
- Use pre-emergent Herbicides. Pre-emergent herbicide can be applied early in the year to prevent weeds from growing in your lawn in the first place.
- Use grub control. Using a grub treatment will keep your lawn from getting brown patches and irregular spots.
- Let someone else take care of it for you! Lawn Doctor will create a specific lawn treatment plan. You can sit back and relax enjoying the benefits of your lawn without having to worry about the hassle.
Whether you choose to have Lawn Doctor help you or plan to do it yourself, be sure to use these lawn care service tips to keep your lawn green and weed free all year long!
