(Newswire.net — December 22, 2021) —
Allow our lawn careexperts to show you the ropes if you’re a first-time homeowner or simply want greener grass in your yard. We’ve included some great lawn care advice in this blog to help you start caring for your grass right away.
Lawn maintenance can be a time-consuming and exhausting task. When you buy your first home, you may find yourself in the position of needing to take care of a lawn for the first time in your life, which is just one of the many benefits of getting your foot on the property ladder! But don’t be put off. You’ll be astonished at how simple – and even pleasurable – lawn maintenance can be once you’ve established a routine.
During dry periods, water your grass
It may not be required to water the lawn manually if your property receives frequent rain. However, after about a week without moisture, your lawn will start to show signs of stress, so water your lawn heavily once or twice a week during low-rainfall times. See our Lawn Watering Tips for more information.
Feed your lawn, but not too much
You can apply lawn fertilizer to ensure that your grass receives the nutrients it requires to thrive. Wait until your lawn is completely dry before applying fertilizer, and keep in mind that more fertilizer does not equal greater results. To avoid lawn fertilizer burn, use it carefully.
Don’t let your pets cause damage to your lawn
We all adore cats and dogs, but when it comes to protecting your grass from animals (and their pee), it can be a nightmare. If at all possible, try to keep your pet off the grass or confine them to a small section of it so that the remainder of your lawn is safe. More tips can be found on our blog, How to Stop Your Dog Digging in the Garden.
Make sure your yard has proper drainage
It’s a symptom of poor drainage if your grass becomes wet after a rainstorm. Although stimulation will help your lawn drain better, in highly flood-prone yards, it may be required to dig a drainage system to ensure that excess water has somewhere to go.
Rainfall and foot movement will compact the soil in your garden over time. Aeration, which includes spiking holes in your lawn to loosen the soil and allow air and moisture to circulate freely, is a good solution to this problem. Aerating your grass every two or three years, ideally in the autumn, is recommended.
Keep an eye out for disease symptoms
Lawn diseases like red thread may wreak havoc on your once-green lawn. Keep an eye out for symptoms of illness in your grass, and contact a lawn care professional if you detect anything strange. Also, keep an eye out for lawn pests.
Trimming your grass once a week is recommended (twice in the summer). Make sure your mower blades are nice and sharp, and never chop off more than a third of the height of your lawn in one grooming session.