Lawn Care Tips And Tricks
A lawn is not just for enhancing the appeal and appearance of an estate. It has other benefits like improving the monetary value of the property and strengthening the soil. An outdoor lawn provides a pleasant growing environment for a flower bed, shrubbery, etc. Following are some lawn care tips and tricks.
Mowing
Mowing is an activity that must be done routinely. The grass should be approximately 3 inches in length in any season. How often your lawn needs mowing depends on the season and the weather. We recommend once weekly to maintain the best grass conditions and health. Mowing is best done on dry grass. Mowing wet grass damages the lawn and prevents healthy growth in the future, and therefore, you must avoid mowing when the grass is wet.
When mowing, the direction of mowing should be changed every time. It is better to reduce the lawn height by trimming the grass to one-third of its original height. This ensures conditioned regrowth, as it is the optimal length.
Sharpening the mower blades makes them efficient and easy to use. Avoid scalping grass as it damages the land and soil. Grass cuttings can be composted; it is the best form of natural fertilizer that can be used to add key nutrients back into the lawn. This is referred to as mulching.
Weed control
One of the fundamental prospects of maintaining a lawn is continuously regulating the growth of the weeds. When not paid enough attention, weeds tend to flourish and spoil the lawn. To avoid this, weeding must be practiced down to the roots periodically. This can be done with the help of a pre or post emergent formula.
Watering
A lawn that lacks water loses its charm: the color fades, the grass lacks its spring, making it flat. Again, the amount and frequency of watering your lawn depends on the soil and the weather conditions.
It is preferable to water the lawn in the morning due to cooler temperatures rather than flooding; you can water your lawn lightly in even intervals.
Topdressing
Topdressing is the process in which a thin layer is spread (usually compost or sand) over the lawn. This practice helps in building and improving the quality of the already existing soil. It also offers resistance to drought and smooths out any imperfections. The type of dressing depends on your soil type.
Ventilation
Providing ventilation to the roots assists in gaining the right nutrients. This is performed by introducing small holes in the soil at certain intervals and depths. This is commonly called aeration. Aeration is done in the peak growing seasons in the Spring or Fall.
With these simple tricks, your lawns will stay lush and radiant round the year!
Final words
If you still have questions about the best lawn care tips and tricks for your lawn, look no further than Golden Wolf Landscape & Design LLC. Our professionally trained staff knows everything about them. So, you can safely leave it to us!
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