As a Top Toronto Top Soil Delivery Service, Here are Tips on How to Help Grow your Lawn
Springtime is go-time when it comes to lawn maintenance. Grass is an extremely resilient plant, that’s why it’s used for lawns. Most lawns will get on well enough without any additional spring maintenance. None the less, there are some simple steps you can take to make sure your lawn is looking its best. Time is a factor here, summer lawns rely on spring upkeep.
Raking
Raking is the first step to take after the spring thaw. Leaves left over from the previous fall are joined by patches of dead or dying grass shoots that will choke out new growth. Removing this dead matter will help prevent disease and insects from taking root in your lawn. It will also leave plenty of room for the lawn to thicken and grow healthy.
pH
pH level is a measure of the acidity of the soil. This can affect the growth of your lawn. If the pH is too high the lawn will require sulfate. A too low pH will require lawn. Application of these products is simple and most could do it themselves. These simple and cheap additives will help balance your lawn’s health and ensure great thickness and color.
Aeration
If you live in an area with heavy snowfalls your lawn has likely been compacted by the weight of accumulated snow and ice. Densely packed soil will constrict the flow of water and nutrients to the lawn. Poking small holes, known as aeration, will allow the packed soil to spread out evenly. This will allow for proper water circulation and nutrient uptake.
Weeding
There are many different weeds that can affect a lawn. For most weeding is as simple as pulling up dandelions and thistles. More intensely weed contaminated lawns might require the application of sprays or professional treatment. Weeding can also be undertaken at regular interviews to keep ahead of it and prevent it from getting out of hand.
Fertilization
A healthy lawn requires a few key nutrients. Most of what a lawn needs it can get from nature but sometimes levels are too low. Fertilizers help supplement the nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus every lawn requires. Fertilizers are best applied in the late spring in order to ensure a healthy lawn for the summer.
Bare Spots
Many lawns develop bare spots by the time spring comes around. Packing and insect larva are some of the main causes. These spots should be thoroughly raked and leveled out with soil. Grass seed can then be applied in several different ways. Regular watering will have your lawn thick and healthy in no time.
Seeding
Even if your lawn looks full enough it could still benefit from a supplemental seeding. Lawns can be thinning out without any change in appearance until it’s too late. Distributing a bit of additional grass seed in the spring can avoid unpleasant surprises later on in the year. Keeping a lawn full will also prevent excess weed growth.
Lawnmower Maintenance
Mowing is likely the most important aspect of lawn maintenance. Leaving a lawn un-mowed for too long can quickly snowball into more serious problems. The accumulated mass of the additional growth means that the lawn will have to be raked after mowing, an additional chore. Keeping your lawnmower in good working order can help you avoid an inconvenient breakdown.
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