Should You Cut Your Lawn in December?
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,…
Tricks to Get Your Lawn Ready for Winter
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…
What Should You Do to Your Lawn in October?
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…
Is October Too Late to Scarify?
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…
How Do I Help My Grass in Winter?
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…
Why Is My Grass Dying in Winter?
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…
Common Winter Lawn Problems (And How to Deal With Them)
Winter does more damage to lawns than most homeowners realize — and most of it happens out of sight, beneath the snow. By the time you notice the dead patches, matted grass, and bare spots in spring, the damage was…
How to Make Grass Grow Back After Winter
To make grass grow back after winter: remove debris, aerate compacted soil, overseed bare patches, apply a spring fertilizer, water deeply once per week, mow high on the first cut, and pull emerging weeds before they root. Do these steps…
Will Grass Grow Through Winter?
Are you wondering whether grass will grow through winter? You should know that it depends on your region. If you live in warmer areas, grass can still grow in winter, but it will likely take longer than in the hot…
Should I Water After Applying Fall Fertilizer?
Yes — you should water your lawn after applying fall fertilizer, but how soon and how much depends on the type of fertilizer you use. Granular fertilizer needs water immediately to activate and carry nutrients into the soil. Liquid fertilizer…