The days are getting longer, and the temperatures are slowly creeping up – it’s officially springtime! If you’re like many homeowners, your garden may be looking sad after a long winter. But don’t worry, we’ve got some tips to help get your garden ready for summer.
This blog post will show you simple steps to give your home garden some springtime love and make it look a lush-green for the summer!
Spring Time Care For Residential Lawn
After a quick lawn inspection, you can get a better idea of what needs to get done. Spring care is an essential part of any healthy-looking grass. Follow these steps to ensure your garden takes full advantage of the spring weather.
Lawn Rake
Raking prepares your lawn for new growth. It’ll remove the organic matter blocking your land from receiving full sunlight. Rake profoundly and thoroughly to break up any dirt lumps and dead turf-grass.
Soil Aeration
Soil compaction is the #1 cause of patchy & dry lawn. Lawn aeration creates openings in the lawn turf, losing the roots and opening the soil. Air, water & fertilizer can penetrate more quickly into the rooting system.
Fertilization
The fertilization depends on the type of lawn growing at home. We recommend using compost to help the soil’s composition and promote growth. Compost is safe to use in cool & warm-season grass during spring. However, if you need to bring out the big guns, get a fertilizer rich in nitrogen for a lush green appearance.
Read and follow the fertilizer instructions carefully not to burn the roots of your plants.
Mowing the Lawn
Before you get to the heavy-duty work, tune up your mower. Mow your lawn in the direction of a straight line, back & forth, until you achieve an even appearance. Mowing your lawn in early spring promotes healthy new blades and an improved appearance.
Watering
Give your lawn at least an inch of water per week. Spring irrigation varies by region; adjust accordingly. Avoid water evaporation on your property by watering before 10 AM.
Pamper Your Lawn By Hiring Millers Landscaping Lawn Services
After taking all these measures, your garden will look great! If you don’t have the energy or time for it, that’s okay! You can always count on us at Millers Landscaping. We are experts in spring lawn care, and we would be more than happy to help you achieve the perfect lush green.
Our professional landscaping services experts at Miller’s Landscaping will care everything for you. All you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the weather on your beautiful lawn! Contact us today to schedule our landscaping services.