Your lawn needs your persistent attention
through the seasons. To blossom it well, you
need to care for it in different manners in
various contrasting seasons. We all think
that winters need more care as they’re harsh
on the plants but even the summer months are
important for your lawn. During the hottest
months, grass may become semi-dormant,
making them more vulnerable. Keeping your
grass lush and green will involve some good
summer lawn maintenance. But the key lies in
doing things in moderation and to know when
to do it.
You could start by following some of the
mentioned tips:-
Don't over stress your lawn- Grass
doesn't grow as fast during the summer
months, so you probably won't need to
mow it as often. But also avoid letting
grass get too tall, but once it does
it's better to shorten it gradually
through several cuttings rather than all
at once. Grass can lose its moisture
through the cut tips if your area is
experiencing extreme heat or drought.
The wheels of your mower and heavy
traffic on the grass can also stress
your lawn so be careful about how you
mow.
When to water your lawn- Many people
think they have to frequently water
their lawn to keep it green and healthy.
But if you've practiced good lawn
maintenance throughout the year you
might not need to water it much during
the summer months. If you don't want to
lose grass during extremely hot, dry
weather, it's best to water it early in
the morning. This allows the water to
evaporate during the day and prevents
damage to the lawn. Don’t water before
dark; it can lead to a lot of humidity.
Also remember, there isn’t much soil
water, so you’re supposed to keep it
seeped in just right.
Regular Lawn Care Helps Avoid Problems-
If you have a problem with insects you
can treat it as needed, but it's
important to evaluate the problem so
you'll choose the right course of
treatment. You may need to call in a pro
to deal with a major infestation. If
your grass becomes diseased, there's
probably not much that you can do, and
you'll probably have to repair your lawn
during late summer or fall. If your lawn
has weeds popping up all over,
herbicides or hand weeding down to the
root can help you regain control.
When to Fertilize Your Lawn- Summer is
generally not the right time to
fertilize your lawn. When you fertilize
a lawn in the summer it may make the
grass more vulnerable to heat and
drought. Wait until fall to apply
fertilizer.
Trimming and Pruning- If your shrubs are
already in place, always trim the
flowers and tress when they need it.
Under pruning is one of the frequent
mistakes that all gardeners make in the
hot months.
Fungi: This is one of the most common
problems that all gardeners face during
summers. Firstly, you can cut down on
fungi by not watering your plants at
night. Some people also claim that
keeping the mulch loose so air
circulates in helps in keeping the
fungus away. But if you’re still unlucky
and get struck by one of the various
forms of fungus that can strike on a
lawn, use a fungicide. These can be
sprayed on all your garden plants.
Know what to plant- If you’re planting
new seeds in the summer, study up on
what will do well in the heat. Consult
books or visit the nearest nursery for
help on what to plant in summers.
