Investing some time and effort to prepare your yard for winter will help it return to life stronger next spring. The question is: Where do you begin? Lawn Doctor of Sussex County is a local lawn maintenance team, serving the Georgetown, DE area. We offer tips and advice on best practices to follow, along with treatments that will boost your turf’s defenses. As a result, your grass will better withstand winter and make a more beautiful comeback in spring.
Lawn Maintenance Steps to Help You Winterize Your Turf
Most lawns in and around the Georgetown area are comprised of cool-season grasses. These grow until the first hard freeze and then go dormant. Before this occurs, put your lawn to bed properly, paving the way for better winter performance and a stronger spring return. To do this, make sure you:
Rake up and remove leaves. When leaves sit on your lawn for long, they create a dark, wet layer that’s ideal for fungal infections and pests to make a home. Remove it by raking. This also helps to break up heavy surface thatch that’s growing over your soil. More resources, such as sunlight, water, air, and nutrients, will then be able to penetrate into the root zone.
Cut your grass shorter. If your lawn is still growing and you have yet to make the final cut, mow a little shorter when you do. Aim for around 2 to 2½ inches in height. This length will minimize the risk of snow mold without stressing your lawn by cutting too short.
Look out for perimeter pests. As the weather grows colder, pests are looking for a place to nest. If you have cracks in your foundation or entrance ways, they can get inside and infest. Avoid this by looking for any spots around your home’s perimeter that might be vulnerable and treat them, if needed.
Serving Georgetown with Lawn Maintenance Tips & Treatments
If you’re ready for a professional hand with your yard, turn to Lawn Doctor of Sussex County. We’ll analyze your turf, identify problem areas, and tailor a plan around it. We’ll also offer you tips and advice on maintenance best practices you can follow, designed specifically for the Georgetown area’s growing conditions. Together, we’ll get your lawn on track for healthier days in this season and the ones ahead.
Lawn Doctor of Sussex County proudly provides customized treatments and maintenance tips across:
- Georgetown
- Nassau
- Selbyville
- Dewey Beach
- And throughout the surrounding areas
Get your yard in great shape for winter with lawn maintenance from Georgetown, DE’s experts. Contact us to learn more!
