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Spring Lawn Care Tips |
With temperatures rising, many people are venturing out into their yards to begin the process of turning what was once a winter wonderland into a lush green escape. The task might look overwhelming at first, but with a little help from your Ace experts, you can have a fresh-looking lawn and garden in no time.
Ace Hardware suggests homeowners take the following steps to set the stage for a lush, healthy lawn all summer: |
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Rake - Raking helps get rid of the accumulation of dead grass blades, as well as the thatch or mat layers that can harbor diseases. Thinning the mat layer also helps open the lawn up for fertilizer and moisture to get through.
Aerate - Aeration promotes healthy root growth, increases air and water penetration, and provides an opening for fertilizer and pulverized compost to enter the soil. It is particularly important to aerate lawns on clay soil that are prone to compacting from human and pet traffic and from running the mower over the lawn.
Reseed - Prepare your lawn for reseeding with an organic soil conditioner like Revive. Apply grass seed to thin or bare areas, and water liberally to maintain a moist seedbed for the germination period of 14 to 20 days. |
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Water - Warm winds, higher temperatures and a lack of moisture can put real stress on your lawn. Late-winter and early-spring watering is key to a healthy lawn year-round. Try a frog eye or twin eye sprinkler and water 15-20 minutes per sections, particularly on the sides of the lawn with south and southwest exposure. These warmer areas are also where mites love to feed on the grass and watering is a great way to keep them at bay.
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Weed Prevention - Now is a good time to apply early season fertilizer and pre-emergence herbicides to combat annual grassy and broadleaf weeds. Four-step lawn care programs from Ace and Scott's make it easy to know what to apply and when. Step one, which includes fertilizer plus crabgrass preventer should be applied in March or early April.
Sharpen Your Mower Blade - A sharp blade is essential for a healthy lawn.
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| For more lawn and garden tips or detailed advice on home improvement, talk to an Ace customer service specialist. |
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Check your state and local codes before starting any project. Follow all safety precautions. Information in this document has been furnished by the North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA) and associated contributors. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and safety. Neither NRHA, any contributor nor the retailer can be held responsible for damages or injuries resulting from the use of the information in this document. |
