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As the seasons change, so should your lawn maintenance routine.
To keep your lawn looking its best all year long, adjusting your care routine as the weather and temperatures change is essential.
At Professional Affordable Landscaping Services, we know that keeping up with seasonal lawn and landscape maintenance can be challenging.
That’s why we’ve put together this seasonal lawn care guide to help you prepare your lawn for each season!
Winter Lawn Care Tips
The winter season brings colder temperatures and shorter days, so taking extra steps during this time of year is important to protect your lawn from damage.
Here are a few tips from our team of professional landscapers at PALS:
Rake leaves off of the grass regularly throughout the winter months. This will help prevent mold and mildew growth on top of the grass blades.
Keep an eye out for snow mold and treat any spots you find with a fungicide product.
If you plan on fertilizing during winter, choose a slow-release fertilizer rather than one formulated for quick results.
Check your sprinkler system periodically throughout the winter to ensure there are no leaks or other problems that could cause damage to your grass.
Spring Lawn Care Tips
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Now that spring is here, it’s time to prepare your lawn for warmer temperatures and longer days!
Fertilize early in the spring season using a slow-release fertilizer explicitly designed for springtime use.
Mow regularly throughout spring—but not too short—to keep weeds at bay and promote healthy growth in your grass.
Water deeply but infrequently throughout springtime; aim for about one inch per week of water for optimal results.
Check for signs of pests or diseases and treat them accordingly if necessary.
Summer Lawn Care Tips
In summer, homeowners often need extra help with their lawn care maintenance services due to extreme heat and drought conditions in many parts of the country.
Here are some tips from our team:
Water deeply but infrequently—aiming for one inch per week is ideal—and always water early in the morning or late in the evening when temperatures are cooler outside.
Cut back on mowing frequency during summer months; aim for mowing every 7-10 days instead of more frequently as you would during other times of the year.
Apply slow-release fertilizer early in summer before temperatures become too hot; avoid applying any additional fertilizer once temperatures rise again after mid-summer heat waves have passed.
Fall Lawn Care Tips
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The fall season brings cooler temperatures, which means less watering needs and fewer pests, so fall is often considered one of the easiest times of the year for caring for your lawn!
Apply slow-release fertilizer early in the fall before temperatures drop too low; avoid applying any additional fertilizer once temperatures become too cool outside (usually around October).
Keep an eye out for weeds; they tend to pop up more often during cooler months, so tackle any weed issues promptly before they become unmanageable!
Start cleaning up leaves once they begin falling off trees; rake them away from grass blades regularly throughout autumn so that moisture levels remain even across all areas of your yard (mulching leaves can also be beneficial!).
Wrapping It Up
Taking proper lawn care by season is essential if you want it to look its best all year round!
By following these simple tips from our team here at Professional Affordable Landscaping Services, you can prepare your yard ahead of time and save yourself money down the line by avoiding costly repairs due to neglect or improper care techniques!
For more advice on maintaining a beautiful yard all year long, contact us today—we look forward to helping you get started!