How Can I Keep My Lawn Looking Great All Summer Long?

With the summer heat and humidity, it can really take a toll on your lawn.  But how can you keep your lawn looking great all summer? 

Control Weeds Early- Dandelions are usually the first weed to appear with hardier weeds showing up later.  Try using a herbicide to keep your weeds under control and be sure to tackle them when they first appear.  Leaving weeds in your lawn will only cause more damage later on.

Don’t Cut Too Much- Only take about 1/3 of the current grass height when mowing.  Mowing too much and taking too much off can dry out the soil causing your grass to become dehydrated.  Grass will also have a harder time growing if it is cut too short as it will develop deeper roots to get to hydrated soil.

Water in the Morning- Make sure you water your lawn often to keep it hydrated and prevent it from drying out.  A good rule of thumb is to water your grass in the morning, to allow it to stay hydrated all day in the heat.  

Forget the Bag- Leaving your clipping on your grass can not only save you time and money but it can help fertilize the soil.  It can even encourage lawn growth.  

Beat the Bugs- Beetles like to lay eggs in your grass during the summer months which can cause a huge mess for you! Treat your lawn with grub control and consider checking with a local agricultural extension office for the best time to place it on your lawn.

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