Spring in Middle Tennessee brings warmer temperatures and renewed life to your lawn. By following these spring lawn tips and preparing your lawn for the months ahead, you can ensure a healthy and vibrant turf throughout the growing season.
Spring Lawn Tips: Preparing Your Lawn for Healthy Growth
Spring is the perfect time to revitalize your lawn and set it up for success. Begin by thoroughly raking your lawn to remove any thatch, leaves, and other debris that accumulated over the winter. This allows sunlight and air to reach the soil, promoting healthy grass growth.
Proper fertilization is also crucial. This is part of the SecureLawn SEVEN SERIES annual lawncare program that also includes two timely pre-emergent treatments for crabgrass control in the spring and broadleaf weed control applications as well.
Adjust your watering schedule. Water your lawn deeply and infrequently to encourage deep root growth. Aim for about 1 inch of water per week, including rainfall.
How to Manage Common Spring Lawn Issues in Middle Tennessee
Spring also brings its own set of challenges, including the emergence of weeds and the potential for pest infestations. By following these spring lawn tips, you’ll also need to be mindful of these challenges:
- Weed Control: Spring is an ideal time to address weeds before they get out of hand. Apply a pre-emergent herbicide to prevent weed seeds from germinating. This will give your grass a head start in the competition for resources. Again, with SecureLawn, we got you covered.
- Pest Prevention: Be vigilant for signs of common spring pests such as grubs, and sod webworms. These insects can cause significant damage to your lawn if left unchecked. Regularly inspect your lawn for signs of infestation and take appropriate action.
- Turf Disease Management: The proverbial red flag that signals “Turf Disease Season” is always when you notice the humidity levels going up. You still need daytime temperatures ranging in the mid to upper 80’s, and excessive rainfall or irrigation, but third ingredient to make this soup for turf disease is always high humidity and this typically occurs in the months of April, May, June and July and sometimes in August if it’s wet enough. Just call SecureLawn for a treatment plan customized just for your lawn.
By following these essential spring lawn tips and addressing potential issues proactively, you can set your lawn up for a season of healthy growth and vibrant green color.
Don’t let weeds, turf disease or insects ruin your enjoyment of the spring season. Contact Secure Lawn today to learn more about our comprehensive lawn care services. We offer a range of solutions to help you maintain a healthy, vibrant, and pest-free lawn all year round.
