Having a green weed free lawn is the goal of every homeowner. But it can be a challenge to achieve. Lawn care companies have been helping homeowners for years in achieving that goal. While achieving the perfect lawn can seem like a daunting task, there are some secrets that lawn care companies know that can help you achieve a weed-free lawn.
The first tip
Mow your lawn regularly. This is important because it keeps the grass at an optimal height and helps to prevent weeds from taking over. It’s also important to mow your lawn in different directions each time to ensure that the blades of grass are cut evenly. It is also recommended to only cut a third of the blade to prevent the blades of grass from going into shock. Another recommendation is to mulch your grass clippings, this will act as a natural fertilizer for your lawn.
The second tip
Apply fertilizer to your lawn. Fertilizer helps to provide the necessary nutrients to the soil and helps to keep the grass healthy and strong. It’s important to use a fertilizer that is specifically designed for your particular type of grass and to apply it at the right time of year. There are several types of fertilizer that should be used throughout the season. A strong recommendation would be to use a fertilizer with a pre emergent in the spring, this will help prevent crabgrass from germinating. Throughout the season, a slow release fertilizer is recommended to slowly introduce nutrients over several weeks. Then finishing the season with a fast release fertilizer in late fall/early winter, will help give the lawn nutrients while it is in dormancy.
The third tip
Use a weed control product. There are several different types of weed control products available and it’s important to select the one that is best suited for your lawn. These products help to control the growth of weeds and can help to keep your lawn looking its best. Making sure the weeds are maintained will help ensure that the weeds don’t take over the lawn.
The fourth tip
Water your lawn regularly. Watering your lawn helps to keep the grass hydrated and helps to promote healthy growth. It’s important to water your lawn evenly and to not overwater it. It is also very important to adjust your watering schedule depending on the time of the season. Cooler months will require less water, while warmer months can require more water. Using Revive during the warmer months is a good way to help with water retention and getting the most of your watering during the hot months.
The fifth tip
Aerate your lawn. Liquid aerating your lawn helps to loosen the soil and allows air and water to penetrate deeper into the roots. It also helps to promote healthy root growth. There are so many amazing benefits of a liquid aeration. Unlike a core aeration, a liquid aeration allows you to aerate 100% of the lawn, all underneath the surface, for a longer duration of time. A liquid aeration also introduced micro nutrients to the soil which will help with the overall health and color of the lawn.
The sixth tip
Overseed your lawn. Overseeding helps to add more grass to your lawn and helps to thicken it. It also fills in any bare spots and helps to prevent weeds from taking over. If you introduce grass seed to the lawn, this can help choke out some of the existing weeds. The healthier the lawn is and the healthier the root system is, the more resistant the lawn can be to weeds.
The seventh tip
Mulch or compost in your lawn. Mulch or compost helps to keep the soil moist and helps to prevent weeds from growing. It also helps to add nutrients to the soil and helps to promote healthy growth.
These are some of the biggest secrets that lawn care companies know when it comes to a green weed-free lawn. By following these tips, you can help to ensure that your lawn looks its best and is healthy and weed-free.
In addition to following these tips, it’s important to contact a professional lawn care. Erbert Lawns would be happy to help! Please call or text us if you need help 303-948-6631.
