Seasonal Lawn Care - What To Do and When To Do It

 Maintaining a beautiful lawn means that you have to take the right steps during the right seasons. Staying on top of seasonal changes, such as snowfall and heat, can mean the difference between a beautiful lawn that looks great all year long, or an ugly brown mess by the middle of September. 


The first step to lawn maintenance is to understand how the seasons affect your lawn. After that, it is vital to have an accurate schedule as a guideline even though the weather circumstances may change it slightly. There are also several things to consider when keeping this schedule.


To Fertilize or Not to Fertilize


First, consider fertilization. Fertilization should occur near the beginning of spring or late summer. Different types of fertilization are suited for different lawn characteristics. When to fertilize lawns depends largely on the type of grass that you have grown in your area. Different grass types will need different amounts of nutrients in order to grow. If you are unsure when the best time to fertilize the lawn is, you should consult with a lawn care professional that can provide you with the information you need to fertilize your lawn the correct way.


Should You Dethatch Your Lawn?


Next, think about the timing of your dethatching. You may choose to wait until the last week of summer, especially if you live in an area with mild winters. On the other hand, if you're concerned about brown spots on your lawn, then you might opt to dethatch anytime before the first week of winter. If you have a mower with automatic controls, remember that the blade should be cleaned and sharpened before you perform your own seasonal lawn care maintenance.


What Type of Grass Do You Have?


The next thing to consider is your grass type. If you have an extremely dry climate with little rainfall, then the best time to fertilize is in the spring. However, if there is considerable rainfall in your area, then you can fertilize anytime between the first week of May and the last week of August. If your lawn has a deciduous variety like Saint Augustine or Sedum, then the best time to fertilize is between the second and fourth week of May. However, if you have perennial grass like Bermuda, then fertilizing is not necessary until the second week of September.


When To Weed


To ensure that your lawn has a good balance of blooms and weeds, the best time to schedule your weed control is in the fall. Most people overlook this step when planning their lawn care schedules. Fall is a great time for weeding because colder temperatures usually cause a lawn to enter its dormancy period. You should also clear any existing weeds so that future grass can grow without having to fight existing weeds.


Fall and spring are two seasons where you can schedule your weed watches. Weed watch means that there is enough time for the lawn to go through the planting and weeding process before the upcoming summer. 


How Often Should You Mow?


When it comes to mowing, the frequency of mowing should be based on the size of your yard as well as its shape. For example, if you have a very large lawn, you can schedule your mowing to be twice a week instead of just once a week. On the other hand, if you have a small lawn, you can schedule it to be once a week or even less often.


If you would like even more help than would fit in a guide like this, get in touch with a NaturaLawn of America provider near you today.

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