Fall Cleanup And Lawn Care

| Wednesday, October 15, 2014
By Patty Goff


Maintaining your garden can ensure beautiful lush results through the changes in season for an attractive and appealing result. Fall cleanup and lawn care serve as an essential part of keeping the grass green, preventing weed overgrowth, and protecting the roots against the frost and cold conditions in winter. The following tips can help you prepare the turf for the cooler temperatures.

In summer, the grass is usually trimmed at a longer length to protect against the intensity of the heat, but a drop in temperature calls for a shorter cut. The mower should be adjusted to trim the grass to about 2 inches in overall length. It is important to get the height right because it allows for the protection of root systems and will prevent the turf from growing too fast and becoming caught under falling leaves and snow.

The cooler weather is the best time to use seeds on areas that may have become thinned or patchy during the summer season. The selection of seeds must be based on hardy types that are able to grow and develop roots systems through the winter. If there has not been a great deal of rain in the fall be sure to continue to water the area for maximum growth.

Many property owners fail to water gardens on a schedule during the autumn as the temperature is cooler. While the decrease in heat is important for plants, if there is not enough rain, it can cause dieback and requires a watering of at least twice per week. Early morning waterings are considered best because it minimizes the possibility of evaporation.

This time of year is considered suitable for the application of fertilizers for most types of grasses. Determine which type of product is most suitable for the health of your lawn because certain ranges may prove too harsh for optimum root development. It is always a good idea to consult with a professional if you are unsure about the selections that have to be made.

A significant amount of time should be taken to eliminate the growth of weeds that are impacting the condition of the lawn. There are a number of different ways to remove the excess weeds from the garden including by hand, tools, and with a herbicide. The chemical range is designed to spray onto the vegetation and to prevent any form of damage to the existing turf.

During the maintenance plan, check as to whether the grass has developed a thickened amount of soil and debris that occurs with excess fertilizer and watering in summer. These solid blocks are referred to as thatch and requires the use of machines to lift the debris to be raked away. It can be a time consuming process and you may want to call on a professional garden service for such purposes.

Applying maintenance through the autumn can prove most beneficial for all homeowners. It aids in developing a lush and green lawn that is protected against the ice and extreme cold that would otherwise destroy the roots. Investing in a beautiful garden can aid in achieving beautiful results that will last against changes in temperature.




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