Steps Toward A Great-Looking Lawn
Having a beautiful lawn here in Trussville requires a lot of work. Unfortunately, there is not one simple magic step to achieving a great-looking lawn! But you can get the help of a weed control and fertilization expert like Alabama Lawn Pros, LLC to get there. As lawn care professionals, our team would like to lay out some basic steps toward achieving an attractive lawn, so keep reading to learn more.
Proper Mowing
Being in the lawn business, we've spent a lot of time observing lawns. This experience allows us to observe good lawns and lawns that need a lot of help. When mowing lawns, it's essential that you pay attention to mower height. The key point in setting the mower height is to not cut more than 1/3 of the grass height when mowing. For example, if the grass is 3" high, you should not set the deck height any lower than 2". This becomes an issue when someone wants to keep a lawn very short. To maintain a shorter lawn, mowing is recommended more often to keep from cutting more than 1/3 of the grass blade. It is difficult to mow the lawn every other week and keep it very short during the growing season.
Another tip about mowing height is to cut the lawn a little higher during hot, dry periods. A shorter lawn requires more water, while a longer lawn holds moisture better. Bagging the lawn is preferred by many but not necessary because grass clippings add nutrients to the soil as they decompose.
Watering
The simple rule is to water less often but longer. For example, for lawn care here in Trussville, we recommend watering your lawn every five days or so, depending on the time of year. Giving the lawn a good soak every fifth day is more effective than a short shower every other day because the water soaks deeper into the soil, encouraging deeper root growth and healthier turf. Watering can also be adjusted based on the amount of rain your area has gotten.
Weed Control
Some grasses naturally prevent weeds better than others, but as we know, weeds are a part of life. Using a pre-emergent herbicide in the early spring and again in the fall can help stop weeds before they appear on your lawn. Post-emergent herbicides can help tackle weeds that are actively growing in your lawn. Alabama Lawn Pros, LLC provides three different types of weed control treatments annually as part of our lawn care program.
Fertilization
Thick, healthy turf is one of the greatest preventers of weeds. Typically, weeds are most prominent in the areas of a lawn where the grass is the thinnest. Proper fertilization provides much-needed nutrients to allow the grass to grow thicker and healthier during the growing season. Fertilization can also give a lawn a beautiful, darker green color. Alabama Lawn Pros, LLC is proud to provide summer fertilization programs using high-quality, slow-release fertilizers.
Alabama Lawn Pros, LLC is a dedicated lawn care company providing weed control & fertilization services to Trussville and the surrounding areas. Call us today for a quote so we can help your lawn reach its full potential!
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