Fall In Love With Maintaining Your Lawn

Fall is a crucial period of the year for maintaining your lawn. Regardless of the weather you are experiencing, providing your lawn with adequate care at this time can promote its growth in the spring. In order to assist you in getting started, we have compiled some of our top expert advice to help you appreciate your lawn throughout the entire year.

Easy lawn care tips

Ensuring consistent lawn care maintenance in the fall is the key to having a well-maintained lawn when spring and summer come. Following these steps will ensure both you and your lawn are ready.

Mowing your lawn

While summer may be ending, it doesn't mean you should store your lawn mower just yet! Keeping your lawn well-maintained throughout the year, especially in autumn, involves regularly mowing it. It not only maintains the tidy appearance of your outdoor living area but also promotes the health of your lawn by preventing weeds and harmful insects. Nevertheless, it is advisable to store your mower once your lawn no longer needs to be mowed or is in a state of dormancy.

Quick tip: Ensure you do not cut more than one-third of the grass height during mowing

Watering your turf

As we transition into autumn, it is time for your lawn to recuperate from the stress of summer. Once daytime temperatures decrease to the 70s, your lawn will enter its second growth phase for the year. For your lawn to appear at its finest, ensure you mow, fertilize, and provide enough moisture for fall growth. Lawns will continue to require one inch of water per week for optimal appearance until daytime temperatures consistently drop below 65 degrees. When the leaves drop from the trees, it is time to store the sprinkler!

Quick tip: Prevent excessive growth by refraining from overwatering.

Raking leaves and aerating

Whether to rake or not to rake, that is the question. If you use a mulching mower with a sharp blade, your leaves can offer nutrients, organic material, and help control weeds. The important thing is to cut the correct quantity of leaves. If the autumn leaves are too thick and dense to the point where they suffocate your lawn during mowing, cease mowing and switch to raking instead! After mowing, your grass should always be visible. Aerating your cool season lawn in the fall is one of the most beneficial tasks you can do for it. Aeration helps in soil loosening to provide more space for roots to grow and improve the flow of air, water, and nutrients to reach the necessary root zone. Aeration can also assist in breaking down the spongy thatch layer in lawns.

Quick tip: Be careful not to rake too harshly as you might end up removing the nutritious sections of your lawn.

Correcting Your Soil

How about starting your lawn care from the very beginning? In order for your lawn to remain healthy and vibrant year-round, it is essential for your soil to have a mix of various nutrients. If the pH level of your soil is not balanced, you may need to correct it by applying lime or sulfur treatment. Evaluating the specific condition of your soil allows us to identify necessary nutrients for optimal growth of your grass. Applying these nutrients in the fall allows your soil to regain balance before spring arrives. Thankfully, our services provide a fast and simple method to determine and adjust the acidity of your soil, ensuring a vibrant and healthy lawn throughout the entire season.

Don’t Fall Behind Schedule

Performing the required fall maintenance tasks at the appropriate time is crucial for achieving optimal results. Our top recommendation is to dedicate a few hours every weekend to follow these tips and improve the condition of your lawn. You will feel relieved knowing that you are taking the necessary steps to prepare your lawn for winter and ensure a healthier spring.

Although the suggestions mentioned earlier can be easily done by yourself, there are more intricate aspects of autumn lawn maintenance that may require assistance. In autumn, caring for your outdoor area involves more than just basic chores like raking, mowing, and watering. It also includes tasks such as fertilizing, aerating, and overseeding, as well as managing weeds, pests, and protecting trees and shrubs. All these responsibilities can be delegated to professionals, leaving you with a lovely outdoor area to enjoy once spring arrives.

Quick tip: Allocate some hours every weekend to caring for your lawn.

Have faith in your expert lawn care professionals

We understand the significance of maintaining your lawn. As a homeowner, you may be able to handle mowing and watering, but when it's time for specialized fall lawn maintenance, we are here to help with custom lawn care plans. We provide thorough plans for your lawn to help you create an outdoor living space that you will adore, serving as your partner in outdoor living.

Allow us to assist you fall in love with your lawn. Discover our personalized plans designed specifically for your lawn's requirements, contact us today for more information about all of our lawn maintenance services.