Here are some things you could do to get your lawn greener and lusherduring the springand summer months.
A thick layer (3/4 inch or more) calls for acore aeratoror a vertical mower.
Both can be rented from your local rental center, and are very user-friendly.
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Give Adequate Water
In dry climates,an irrigation systemis necessary for growing grass successfully.
Whichever method you choose, your grass must have enough water consistently toremain green and healthy.
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Fertilizing your lawn goes hand-in-hand withlawn weed control.
These fertilizers can typically be applied only twice a year.
Test Your Soil
A pH imbalance can affect a plant’s ability to absorb nutrients.
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Winterize Your Lawn
Never forget your grass when youwinterize your yardin autumn.
These products help your grass build a deeper root system to weather the winter.
Use Compost
Compost has a myriad of benefits for any and every lawn.
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You’ll have to resort to good, old-fashioned hand-pulling on the weeds that do emerge.
Cut only about an inch off the top of your lawn at any time to keep the bulk low.
But the result is a healthier lawn fed by nutrients you would otherwise be hauling away.
