Now that it is officially summer, we felt it was the perfect time to highlight some tips on keeping your lawn looking green and healthy throughout the next few months. Alberta can get some days of hot/dry weather and it is important to take care of your lawn just as you would your garden.
Following are some of our best-chosen tips for a beautiful lawn:
Don’t Over-Mow
- Although this sounds like common sense it is very true, a lawn should not be mowed every few days. “Many people unwittingly cut their grass far too short with each mow. With each mow, you should only clip about one third of the grass blade. Cutting more than this can create an unhealthy buildup of clippings that take longer to decompose and also stunt growth rates. Allowing your grass to grow longer encourages root growth, enabling the system to reach water deeper in the soil.” (Source: Digital Trends) Plus leaving your grass a bit longer makes it look fuller and healthier than shorter grass. If you are planning a summer getaway as public health restrictions ease and need assistance in mowing your lawn, we offer vacation cuts plus a weekly or bi-weekly mow and trim service. Click here to learn more. Contact us to see if this service if available in your area.
Grasscycle
- When mowing, don’t collect the grass clippings, let them stay on the fresh cut grass. This is called grasscycling. “Grasscycling returns nutrients to the soil, discourages weeds and keeps moisture. Grass clippings are free fertilizer to help your lawn grow greener” (Source: City Of Calgary). According to DIY Network, “grass clippings can provide up to 25 percent of your lawn’s fertilizer needs.”
Be Sure to Water
- Water your lawn regularly. “Regular watering is crucial to maintaining a healthy lawn, and it’s best to water lawns in the early morning. Watering later in the evening should be avoided if possible. Grass left wet overnight can encourage fungal disease growth.” (Digital Trends) Also, keep in mind that mature, established lawns require different watering frequencies than new developing landscape. Check out the City of Calgary’s website for Water Saving Tips.
Fertilize Properly
- Applying fertilizer to your lawn provides essential nutrients that will help your lawn look healthy and lush. It is important to fertilize, but be careful to not over-fertilize your lawn as it can burn it. If you are not sure about what type of fertilizer to buy, how much to use or how frequently you need to apply it and are looking for help, we offer a Lawn Fertilizer and Weed Control package and would be more than happy to do the service on your behalf! Click here to learn more. We have been specializing in fertilizer and weed control for over 25 years and have helped 1000’s of lawns look better, so rest assured, that we are well equipped and experienced to help your lawn look better, if it needs some help.
For more lawn care tips visit the City of Calgary’s website on lawn care topics here.
If you don’t have time to properly care for your lawn this summer, please contact our office or complete a request a quote form at your convenience and our team of experienced professionals can provide more information on our services.
We hope these tips help you with your lawn this summer! Remember, a healthy lawn is a green lawn.
Sources:
Digital Trends, Turn your grass into blades of glory with these summer lawn care tips and tricks
Planet Natural Research Center, Summer Lawn Care Tips
DIY Network, 13 Mowing Tips for a Healthy Lawn
City of Calgary, How to care for your lawn
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