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How to Keep Your Lawn Green and Healthy Year-Round

A lush, green lawn is more than just a beautiful addition to your home—it creates a welcoming atmosphere, boosts curb appeal, and even improves the environment by reducing dust and providing oxygen. But maintaining a vibrant lawn takes some know-how and regular care. Here’s a guide to keeping your grass green and healthy all year long.

1. Watering the Right Way

Watering is one of the most important aspects of lawn care. Overwatering can lead to shallow roots and disease, while underwatering can cause brown patches and dry spots.

Frequency: Most lawns need about 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week, either from rainfall or irrigation.
Timing: Water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and allow the grass to dry before night, minimizing fungal growth.
Deep Watering: Water deeply and less frequently to encourage strong root growth, which helps your lawn survive droughts.

2. Proper Mowing

How you cut your grass affects its health and appearance.

Mow High: Keep grass at around 3 inches for most types; longer grass shades the soil, retains moisture, and discourages weeds.
Sharp Blades: Dull mower blades tear grass, leading to brown tips and disease.
Mow Regularly: Never remove more than one-third of the grass blade at a time to prevent stress on the lawn.

3. Fertilization

Grass needs nutrients to stay healthy and green. Fertilization helps promote growth and strengthens the lawn against disease and pests.

Choose the Right Fertilizer: Use a balanced fertilizer appropriate for your grass type.
Timing: Apply fertilizer during the growing season, typically spring and fall, when grass actively grows.
Follow Directions: Avoid over-fertilizing, which can burn grass or lead to excessive growth.

4. Weed and Pest Control

Weeds and pests compete with your grass for nutrients, water, and sunlight.

Weed Prevention: Regular mowing, fertilization, and watering help keep weeds under control. Use selective herbicides for persistent weeds.
Pest Management: Monitor for signs of insects or grubs and treat accordingly with appropriate lawn-safe products.

5. Aeration and Soil Health

Over time, soil can become compacted, preventing air, water, and nutrients from reaching roots.

Aerate Your Lawn: Aeration involves perforating the soil with small holes to allow roots to grow deeper. Do this at least once a year, ideally in the spring or fall.
Soil Testing: Test your soil’s pH and nutrient levels to address deficiencies and maintain optimal growing conditions.

Spring: Focus on dethatching, fertilizing, and overseeding to repair winter damage.