With the most important lawn care season upon us, we have prepared our top tips to ensure your lawn is looking lush from fall to summer.
Fall
Trim grass shorter and mow less often. The last cut of the year should be in late fall.
Rake leaves and shred them using a rotary mower before adding them to the compost.
Aerate using a fork or aerator to spike the lawn. This allows air to circulate at the grass roots and breaks up compacted soil.
Overseed lawn to reduce competition from weeds and give grass a headstart.
Winter
Stop mowing when grass stops growing for season.
Clear leaves and other lawn debris before first frost. This will help the grass from picking up any diseases and also it can be used in your compost bin.
Avoid walking across snow-covered grass. This can cause localised puddling, compaction and the blades of grass can become bruised, which will allow frost in, causing brown scorching.
Winterize underground irrigation system to minimize the risk of freeze damage.
Spring
Apply fertilizer in late-May/early June
Repair bare patches
Start to apply a treatment for killing off the weeds and moss. Treatments should be applied as per the products on packet instructions, this will ensure you achieve the best possible results.
Test sprinkler system and make any necessary repairs
Summer
Maintain weeding regimen. Weeds such as clovers, and daisies, usually need spraying to remove them, although this should be avoided during periods of drought.
Fertilize late in the season
Water more often using an irrigation system or manually with a garden hose. This will keep the lawn looking green during a dry summer.
Keep grass slightly taller for more sun protection
