How To Schedule Your Lawn Maintenance Year-Round

When it comes to lawn care, one of the most commonly asked questions is how to schedule your lawn maintenance year-round. While there is no single answer that will work for everyone, this guide will provide an overview of what you need to consider when creating a lawn maintenance plan. 

Keep in mind that factors such as climate and your own personal preferences will play a role in determining what works best for you. So get ready to roll up your sleeves and start planning – here’s everything you need to know about scheduling your lawn maintenance! 

Spring Lawn Maintenance

Spring is the perfect time of year to start thinking about lawn maintenance. As the days grow longer and the weather gets warmer, your grass will begin to green up and grow more quickly. 

Now is the time to start mowing on a regular basis, as well as fertilizing and watering your lawn. Spring is also a good time to dethatch your lawn, which will help improve drainage and allow water and nutrients to reach the soil more easily. . By taking care of your lawn now, you can ensure that it will be healthy and beautiful all season long.

Here are some tips for spring lawn care:

Get Your Lawnmower Ready 

By sharpening your mower blades and ensuring everything is functional and ready for when you want to cut your lawn, you can get the season off to a good start.

Tidy Up Your Yard

 Remove any debris from your yard and the dead grass with a rake. Dethatching is the procedure used to get your yard ready for the required lawn care.

Check The Soil

The optimum time to assess the pH and nutrients in your soil is in the spring. Knowing precisely what your grass needs to be as healthy as possible can help you establish a lawn care program that works.

Fertilize Your Yard. 

The first fertilization should be done in early to mid-spring. Fertilizing your lawn may help control weed growth and improve the grass. For less stressful lawn upkeep, Turfcor provides fertilization programs that will handle the lawn treatments for you.

Pre-emergent herbicides are specialized herbicides that you may apply to assist in preventing weeds and crabgrass from sprouting up in your lawn. When the soil in your yard reaches 58 degrees Fahrenheit, many weed species and crabgrass will begin to germinate.

Summer Lawn Maintenance

Summer is the time when your lawn really comes into its own, but it’s also the time when it becomes most vulnerable to damage. The hot weather can stress the grass, leading to brown patches and thinning turf. To keep your lawn looking its best during the summer months, follow these simple tips:

• Water early in the day to minimize evaporation and reduce the chances of fungal growth.

• Mow regularly and at the recommended height for your type of grass. This will help to encourage deep roots and strong growth. Make sure to use the highest setting recommended for your kind of grass when you begin to mow your lawn for the season. Mowing high keeps your grass a little bit longer, which aids in root development and health maintenance.

• Apply a Summer fertilizer specifically formulated for use during the hot weather months. This will help to replenish nutrients lost due to stress and encourage a lush, green lawn.

• Check for signs of pests or diseases and take action immediately if necessary. With a little care and attention, you can enjoy a healthy lawn all summer long.

• Treat for grubs. Make sure that you treat for grubs at the appropriate time of year if you have had a grub issue in the past or if your neighbor is experiencing a problem with grubs. Treatment of your grass should take place in the early summer, just prior to the eggs being laid.

Fall Lawn Maintenance

Fall is the perfect time to give your lawn some extra TLC. With the cooler temperatures and longer days, your grass will be growing more rapidly than in the heat of summer. Fall is also a good time to start thinking about next year’s lawn. By taking care of your lawn now, you’ll be prepared for a green and healthy spring.

Here are some tips for fall lawn care:

• Fertilize your lawn. Fall is the best time to fertilize because the cooler temperatures help the fertilizer to break down slowly, providing a steady supply of nutrients to your grass throughout the winter.

• Mow regularly. Keeping your grass short going into winter will help to prevent it from matting down under the weight of snow and ice. It will also make it easier to control weeds in the spring. Be sure to use sharp blades on your mower to avoid damaging the grass.

• Aerate your lawn. Aeration is a crucial part of fall lawn care particularly in the Northeast United States since most people have cool-season grass. Fall is the ideal time to aerate cool-season grasses. This can be combined with overseeding to really establish a hearty and robust turf before the winter season.

• Overseed bare spots. As summer ends, you may notice some bald spots in your lawn where the grass has died off. Fall is the perfect time to overseed these areas so they will be lush and green come springtime. Simply scatter some grass seed over the bare spots, then rake it in gently so that it makes contact with the soil. Water regularly until the seeds have germinated and new growth appears.

Winter Lawn Maintenance

Winter lawn maintenance is essential for keeping your lawn healthy and preventing damage from the cold weather. One of the most important things to do is to remove any debris such as dead leaves and twigs. Mow the lawn at half the Summer mowing height. This will help prevent mold and mildew from developing on your lawn when the snow melts in the Spring.

Here are some tips for winter lawn care:

• Maintain dormant grass. Even in the dead of winter, it’s critical to maintain your grass. Try to reduce traffic on your lawn and avoid parking or storing anything on it. Also, be certain that you are not utilizing a harmful ice melter. Because sodium chloride may harm the roots of your grass, look for ice melt that contains calcium chloride instead.

• Make plans for the next season. Begin the new season by planning your particular lawn care regimen and devising remedies to last year’s problems.

Although many people think that lawn care is only necessary in the spring and summer, there are actually quite a few things you can do to keep your lawn looking its best all year round. By following the tips in this blog post, you’ll be able to enjoy a beautiful lawn no matter what time of year it is. And if you need help with any of the tasks mentioned here, don’t hesitate to contact Turfcor Lawn and Tree Care. We’re always happy to assist our customers in keeping their yards looking lovely all season long!