Why Spring Lawn Care Is So Important For A Healthy Lawn

Spring lawn care will play a vital role in determining the quality of your results. In spring, the grass is growing at its fastest rate, and is in need of good nutrient. It is also the time of year when weeds will be growing at their fastest, so the potential for damage is also there. Fortunately, we now have the option of using fertilizers which are combined with different strengths of weedkiller, and these can give us the ideal combination we are looking for.

Of course, spring lawn care can only yield good results if the preparations of the previous fall and winter have been adequate. It is at this time that the really keen gardener can gain the greatest advantage over the competition, by putting in the hard work during the cold and unpleasant months which few of their competitors will be prepared to do. Making sure that the soil has enough air can be hard physical work, but it will pay dividends when it comes to the quality of the soil. Raking is also tiring on the body, but if the old debris is not cleared, the results you get from your lawn will not be as good as you would hope for.

Before we even begin to think of the best way to treat the lawn during spring, it is important to consider exactly when spring starts. Here, it is very much a case of using your judgment, rather than blindly following a calendar. If the ground still shows signs of the winter frost, or if it is sodden, you are best to put your gardening plans off for another week. Wait until there is a genuine sign that the seasons have turned before you start your spring preparations.

It is also vital not to use a preconceived formula when weeding or feeding your lawn. If you have a problem with moss and weeds, then treat it. If you don't then the harsh chemical will have nothing to fight but the grass itself. It is best to use a light weedkiller, probably combined with a good fertilizer, at this stage. If there are holes in the grass, this will be your final chance to plant some new seed and solve that problem.

Holes can do more damage than just look ugly. They can provide new weeds with a perfect place to grow, and ruin the effect of your lawn completely. Don't forget, this is the time when weed growth is at its strongest, so it is best not to give them any temptation. Seed the gaps before you begin your feeding program, which should last throughout the spring and into summer. As you progress through the weeks, it is a good idea to strengthen the weedkiller you are using, but remember not to be overly harsh if there is no obvious problem. Being gentle is a vital principle of spring lawn care.

 

 

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