As temperatures drop, it signals the end of the growing season. Before this happens, make sure your grass has what it needs to tolerate cold conditions and thrive next spring. If you’re not sure what to do, let Lawn Doctor of Wilmington help. We offer expert lawn maintenance tips and treatments tailored around the growing and climate conditions in the area. Your lawn will get exactly what it needs to withstand winter stress and return beautifully in spring.
Lawn Maintenance Steps to Help You Winterize Your Turf
Your grass stops growing once it enters the dormant phase. However, issues like mold and fungus, are still active and can be a threat. Protect your lawn now by taking a few key maintenance steps before winter arrives in the Wilmington area. These include:
Treating weeds and diseases. If your lawn is prone to diseases, proactively treat your yard for them now. In addition, hand pull or spot treat any weeds on the surface. Also, Lawn Doctor can apply a pre-emergent product for seeds in the soil. This will suppress germination, so they don’t mature into full grown weeds next spring.
Getting more sunlight to your lawn. If your lawn is covered with leaves, branches, or other debris, it blocks sunlight and traps moisture. This sets the stage for infections and discoloration. Instead, regularly rake or blow off and clear off your yard, getting more air and sunlight to grass plants.
Mowing off a little more with your final cut. If your lawn is still growing and you haven’t made your final cut, do so a little shorter than usual. An ideal length is around 2 inches high. This is long enough to avoid winter stress and short enough to prevent snow mold and bacteria from settling in.
Serving Wilmington with Lawn Maintenance Tips & Treatments
Your lawn is up against many challenges throughout the year. Help it stand strong against them with Lawn Doctor of Wilmington We’ll assess your turf, diagnose problems, and tailor a plan around its needs. We’ll also educate you on ways you can better care for your lawn and achieve longer-lasting results. Together, we’ll keep your turf on track toward vigorous growth, richer color, and more beauty.
Lawn Doctor of Wilmington is proud to be the maintenance and care team of choice across:
- Wilmington
- Southport
- St. James
- Leland
- Wrightsville Beach
- Hampstead
- Carolina Beach
- And throughout the surrounding areas
Get your yard in great shape for winter with lawn maintenance from Wilmington, NC’s experts. Contact us to learn more!
