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The Basics of Spring Lawn Care

Sunday, January 25th, 2009    Subscribe To Our Feed

The lawn is the crowning glory of many summer backyards, but to get that field of green in time for the Fourth of July fireworks, a bit of spring lawn care must be done. By starting early with the yard work, you can get a jump on that lawn to ensure that your grass is the healthiest it can be throughout the season. The good news is that spring lawn care doesn’t have to take that much time or effort to whip that grass into shape for the season ahead.

Location Specifics

Your spring lawn care regimen will depend upon where you live and the type of soil you have. Those who live with clay soils will follow a much different program than those with sandy soils will follow. If you are not completely familiar with the type of soil you have, you can take a sample into your local nursery or garden shop for an analysis. Some soils may test high in acidity, which indicates they may need a liming. Other soils may become compacted, like those of the clay variety. Aeration can help with this problem by allowing air and water to get down in the roots of your lawn. This process can be done professionally or on your own with a machine rented from your home improvement store.

Your location will also determine how soon to start spring lawn care. In some areas, it takes longer for the ground to thaw, so the lawn will need to wait a bit longer. In other areas, spring lawn care may be part of a year round regimen if frosts never come and the yard is green all year round. If you are unsure of when to start taking care of your lawn for the upcoming summer season, you can always contact your local nursery or extension office for spring lawn care tips. And don’t write off the guy next door with the perfect yard; sometimes the best kept secrets of a lush green lawn will come from those who own them.

The Spring Lawn Care Essentials

No matter where you live, there are two essentials that will apply to almost any regimen of spring lawn care. The first is a deep raking that will remove excess thatch that has accrued in your lawn over the past couple of seasons. That thatch removal gives your grass blades a chance to breathe and thicken, and also allows moisture to get down into the soil where it belongs. The second step of spring lawn care is fertilizing, which gives your lawn the necessary nutrients to grow green and lush all summer long. Some experts recommend a lighter feeding in the summer with a heavier one in the fall. If you over fertilize in the spring, you open the door to a host of problems like excessive weeds and possible disease.

Spring lawn care is essential to a healthy yard all season long. So grab the yard tools and get ready for summer!

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