How well you care for your lawn has a big impact on how it grows and looks come spring and summer. But if you’re like many homeowners across the Springfield, IL area – and aren’t sure what to do and when in terms of lawn care – Lawn Doctor of Greater Springfield is here to help. Here are 7 easy lawn care steps to take this autumn.
Step #1: Water. If there’s ample rainfall, then you won’t need to water your lawn much during the fall. However, if it’s getting less than one to two inches per week, then water deeply, for about an hour. Avoid frequent, light watering, which encourages shallow root growth.
Step #2: Mow. You might want to pack up your mower come fall, but if your lawn isn’t dormant yet, then continue to mow until it stops growing. Once that happens, be sure to properly winterize your mower so it’s ready for use when you need it again in spring.
Step #3: Rake. When your lawn has a thick layer of leaves on it, especially if they’re wet, this can cause the spread of infection and make your yard more attractive to pests and insects. So get out that rake and get to work keeping your lawn clean throughout fall.
Step #4: Aerate. At Lawn Doctor of Greater Springfield, we know that soil compaction can cause all kinds of lawn care problems, from weak growth and poor color to shallow root death. The good news is that you can open up your lawn with aeration. By doing so, not only are you helping your lawn breathe better, but also absorb more nutrients, sunlight, and water.
Step #5: Seed. Are you noticing bare spots in your yard? What about a sparse lawn overall? Then seed your lawn this fall. You’ll see the best results if you perform seeding directly after aeration because the process of aeration provides for optimal seed-to-soil contact.
Step #6: Fertilize. Don’t forget to feed your lawn this fall. A well-nourished, nutrient-rich lawn will be able to store up ample energy reserves to endure harsh winter weather, and grow in thick and green come spring.
Step #7: Control pests. Don’t put off pest control until the spring. If you do, you’re risking more damage to your lawn that will be harder to fix. Instead, get pests under control now and keep your lawn healthy and strong year-round so it can better resist future infestations.
Get Professional Lawn Care Help from Lawn Doctor of Greater Springfield
At Lawn Doctor of Greater Springfield, we know what lawn care is needed during every season so lawns can thrive. We offer a full spectrum of lawn care services – from fertilization treatments to year-round maintenance – that can help bring out the best in your lawn. Our lawn care services are delivered by trained and experienced technicians using state-of-the-art, proprietary lawn equipment. It’s a winning combination that produces beautiful results.
To set up your free consultation, please call Lawn Doctor of Greater Springfield today at 217.529.5288. We are proud to be the lawn care company of choice for homeowners across Springfield, Rochester, Chatham, and Sherman, IL, as well as in the surrounding communities.
