The birds are singing, the bees are buzzing, and it’s time for all those tasks to get your yard ready for spring. But if you’re not a trained expert, it can be hard to know where to begin. Let the professional lawn care team at Lawn Doctor of Orange County NY help. Here are just a few must-do jobs to take on this spring in your lawn, so it has the most productive growing season possible in the months ahead:
Rake. Raking up your lawn is an important first step in getting it cleaned up and cleared out for spring. Get rid of those soggy leaves and dead twigs, as well as any other debris in your yard. Also, if you notice snow mold – which looks like circular patches of dead, matted grass – rake up these areas to promote air circulation and dry out the infection.
Test. When your soil pH level is off, it impacts the health and appearance of your grass. That’s because soil that’s too acidic or alkaline blocks off the ability for roots to absorb enough nutrients to grow strong and deep. So if you want your lawn in the best shape possible this spring, test your lawn’s pH and then amend your soil if necessary.
Aerate. If you’re noticing standing water this spring, or grass that’s weak in certain spots, it could be due to soil compaction. Test it out with a screwdriver. If you can’t easily stick it into the soil, then your soil needs to be loosened up through a process called aeration. Not only will this method create new pathways for better nutrient, oxygen, and water absorption, but it helps improve your lawn’s resistance to pests, weeds, and diseases.
Weed and feed. At Lawn Doctor of Orange County NY, we know that getting weeds under control and nourishing your lawn are two important steps in the process of spring time lawn care. That’s where a high-quality weed and feed product can help. With it, you can apply a pre-emergent treatment that stops weed seeds from developing under the soil’s surface. You can also give your grass the key essentials needed to recover from Downstate New York’s harsh winter weather and prepare for the summer heat ahead.
Get More Lawn Care Help from Lawn Doctor of Orange County NY
At Lawn Doctor of Orange County NY, we are your source for top-quality lawn care treatments and applications, as well as education and advice. Beyond simply devising a springtime lawn treatment strategy, we will walk you through what to do in your lawn to maintain it between service visits. It’s an approach that ensures powerful protection, precise care, and the most appealing results possible.
Lawn Doctor of Orange County NY delivers quality, custom lawn care solutions in and around Monroe, Middletown, Washingtonville, Newburgh, Montgomery, Warwick, and other nearby areas. Call 845.496.0582 if you’d like to learn more and make an appointment for a free lawn care consultation.
