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As temperatures\u00a0drop, it signals the end of the growing season. Before this happens, make sure your grass\u00a0has what it needs to tolerate cold conditions and thrive next spring. If you’re not sure what to do, let\u00a0Lawn Doctor of Wilmington help. We offer expert lawn maintenance tips and treatments tailored around the growing and climate conditions in the\u00a0area. Your lawn will get exactly what it needs to withstand winter stress and return\u00a0beautifully\u00a0in spring.<\/p>\n
Your grass stops growing once it enters the dormant phase. However, issues\u00a0like 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\u00a0Wilmington area. These include:<\/p>\n
Treating weeds and diseases. <\/strong>If your lawn is prone to diseases, proactively treat your yard for them\u00a0now. In addition, hand pull or spot treat any weeds on the surface. Also,\u00a0Lawn Doctor can apply a pre-emergent product\u00a0for seeds in the soil. This will suppress germination, so they don’t mature into full grown weeds next spring.<\/p>\n Getting more sunlight to your lawn. <\/strong>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,\u00a0regularly rake or blow off and clear\u00a0off your yard, getting more air and sunlight to grass plants.<\/p>\n Mowing off a little more with your final cut.<\/strong> If your lawn is still growing and you haven’t made your final cut, do so a little\u00a0shorter than usual. An ideal length is around\u00a02\u00a0 inches high. This is long enough to avoid winter stress and short enough to prevent snow mold and bacteria from settling in.<\/p>\n Your lawn is up against many challenges throughout the year. Help it stand strong against them with\u00a0Lawn 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\u00a0growth, richer color, and more beauty.<\/p>\n Lawn Doctor of Wilmington is proud to be the maintenance and care team of choice across:<\/p>\nServing\u00a0Wilmington with Lawn Maintenance Tips & Treatments<\/strong><\/h2>\n