Summer Lawn Care Tips

Protecting Your Lawn from the Summer Heat

Protecting Your Yard

#1 Match Your Grass With Your Climate– Considerations:

1. What plants grow well in your climate2. Find out what types of plants your neighbors have

had success with3. Potential water restrictions

Protecting Your Yard

#2 Know When and How Much to Water– Considerations: • Generally lawns need 1-1.5 inches of water a week• It’s better to water more at once, a few times a week,

and not a little bit every few days. • Using a sprinkler system that covers your whole yard• Avoid the sun by watering early in the morning or late

at night• Always check your area’s water restrictions before you

start

Protecting Your Yard

#3 Regular Fertilization– Considerations• Lawn fertilization is a very important part of summer

lawn care.• Make sure you are using the correct amount of fertilizer• Try to start before the start of the Summer

Protecting Your Yard

#4 Correct and Regular Mowing– Considerations• Don’t cut your grass too short• Stick to the one third rule for cutting height• Set your mower to a high setting to keep the grass long

enough to protect from the heat.• Scalping your lawn could result in brown spots

Conclusion

• It’s never too early to start preparing your lawn for the Summer.

• These tips will help you on your way to having a yard you and your family can enjoy

all Summer long!