During Warm Weather

Irrigation and Watering

Lawns need 1" of water per week to thrive during growing season, regardless if the water comes from irrigation or natural rainfall.  The best time to water your lawn is first thing in the morning when there is already dew on the ground

Mowing

Leaving grass clippings on the ground after mowing improves the fertility of the soil. 

Mow your lawn 3 1/2 to 4 " high.  Mowing often at this height promotes a healthy, lush lawn and deters weeds.

Lawn Diseases and Pests

There are many pest problems that cause your lawn to look bad- diseases, weeds, insects, and animals.  If you are really unlucky, you may have all of them at one time.  Chemicals applied by a licensed professional and making changes in your lawn maintenance may be needed.  Integrated Pest Management, (known as IPM), includes using the best adapted grasses, properly watering, mowing and fertilizing, and use of pesticides when necessary.

When Planting

Common mistakes are using plants that are too small, spaced too close together or planted too close to the house.  Read the label or the plant tag when buying a plant.  Don't buy a plant because it looks nice or is on sale at the store.  Think about long term results and select the right plant for the right location.

 During Winter Weather

Keep off your lawn when it is wet or frozen.  Grass can be harmed if walking on waterlogged or frozen turf.

Piling mulch or pineneedles around the base of shrubs will prevent the loss of moisture during frosty weather.  Loss of moisture during winter can cause browning of evergreen plants and reduction of foliage.  This is the time when shrubs rely mostly on stored water supplies.  Mulch will also help control rapid temperature fluctuations. 

Call The Experts!

LawnMasters Landscaping Services can take the headache out of your lawn work and landscaping.  Call 828-287-4349 if we can be of assistance to you!