How to Get Your Yard Ready for Summer
With the arrival of spring comes many outdoor activities but you must get your yard ready for summer to get the most out of them. After cleaning up your lawn and getting rid of the debris, it’s time for the first mow of the season. After that, your lawn can use a good raking to remove the leaves, trash and small debris found throughout your yard.
Raking also helps homeowners control thatch and gives you a chance to inspect your lawn to look for any areas that may need special attention. If your lawn has a thick layer of thatch or if soil compaction is a problem, then you may need to aerate your lawn to loosen up the soil so the roots of the grass can breathe and get better air flow.
Check to see if your lawn has any bare patches where overseeding is needed and add a slow-release nitrogen fertilizer to give the grass a boost. If you’re not sure which type of fertilizer your soil needs, have it tested. Using the wrong fertilizer can do more harm than good. Before long, you’ll have that lush green lawn you’ve always dreamed of.
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