The final cut of grass should happen when soil temperatures drop consistently below 50°F (10°C) and grass growth has visibly slowed — typically between late October and mid-November for most of the United States. The exact timing depends on your…
Moss is a common problem in lawns, competing with grass for water and nutrients while making the turf feel soft and spongy underfoot. It can also generate bare areas on lawns during hot summers, and it recovers more slowly than…
When it comes to seasonal lawn maintenance, January may seem like a good time to relax and leave your grass alone. True, lawns require less regular care in the winter than they do in the summer, but that doesn't mean…
The ideal time to put away your mower for the season is not determined by the calendar — it is determined by your grass. By late fall, your lawn begins sending quiet but unmistakable signals that it is approaching…
It is technically acceptable to trim your grass in December, but you don’t have to do it. The only reason you should consider doing it is if the weather is mild enough for grass to grow. In such a case,…
Getting your lawn ready for winter comes down to six core steps: make the right final cut, aerate, overseed if needed, apply a winterizer fertilizer, address weeds and pH, and clear all debris before the first hard frost. The work…
In October, the seven most important lawn care tasks are: mowing at a raised height (while growth continues above 40°F), applying a fall-specific fertilizer high in phosphorus and potassium, overseeding bare patches before soil temperatures drop below 48°F. You also…
As a responsible homeowner, you know that scarifying your lawn promotes its health by lowering decongestion caused by the accumulation of grass cuttings. If you are wondering whether October is too late to scarify, the answer is yes. October is…
Winter is a difficult season for lawns, but with good planning, you can ensure that your grass survives the winter months and emerges greener and stronger in the spring. Taking the proper precautions now can safeguard your lawn from harsh…
Grass dies in winter for five main reasons: poor drainage and waterlogging, snow mold, toxic gas buildup under ice, rodent damage, and crown hydration freeze. In many cases, what looks like dead grass is actually dormant grass — and the…