Let’s talk about Summer Lawn Care Essentials
Summer arrives, bringing with it scorching temperatures, intense sunlight, and potential drought conditions. While these elements can challenge your lawn, here at American Lawnscape, we’re equipped to help your turfgrass thrive throughout the hottest months. In this blog post of our spring lawn care series, we’ll discuss essential summer lawn care practices.
Combating Summer Heat and Drought:
The summer sun can be relentless, causing excessive moisture loss from your lawn. Here are some strategies to promote healthy hydration and resilience:
- Deep and Infrequent Watering: Instead of frequent shallow watering, focus on deeper, less frequent sessions. This encourages deeper root development, allowing your lawn to access moisture reserves in the soil during dry periods.
- Mowing Practices: Adjust your mowing height to promote shade and moisture retention. Raising your mower blade slightly can help create a taller grass canopy that shades the soil and reduces evaporation.
- Minimize Foot Traffic: Limit foot traffic on your lawn during the hottest parts of the day. This reduces stress on already heat-stressed grass blades.
Addressing Summer Pests and Diseases:
Summer can also see an increase in certain pests and diseases that threaten your lawn’s health. Here’s how we can help:
- Grub Control: Grubs are the larvae of certain beetles that feed on grass roots. We offer preventative grub control treatments to protect your lawn from these destructive pests.
- Chinch Bug Control: These small, sap-sucking insects can cause brown patches in your lawn. We can identify and address chinch bug infestations if they arise.
- Fungal Disease Prevention: Fungal diseases thrive in warm, humid conditions. Regular lawn care practices like proper watering and mowing can help prevent these issues. Additionally, we offer targeted fungicide applications if necessary.
Maintaining a Healthy Lawn Throughout Summer:
By following these essential summer lawn care practices, you can help your lawn endure the heat and drought:
- Regular Mowing: Maintain a consistent mowing schedule throughout the summer. This promotes healthy growth and prevents weeds from establishing themselves.
- Sharp Mower Blades: Dull mower blades can tear grass blades, making them more susceptible to disease. Sharpen your mower blades regularly to ensure clean cuts.
- Seasonal Trimming: Edge your flower beds and trim around trees and shrubs to maintain a well-manicured appearance.
Beat the summer heat and keep your lawn looking its best! Contact American Lawnscape today to discuss our summer lawn care program. Our experienced technicians will provide the essential services your lawn needs to thrive throughout the hottest months.
Any Questions?
As always, please reach out with any questions pertaining to your yard. You can reply or call/text (214-308-1322). We appreciate getting to work with you and appreciate your partnership.