Six Steps to a Great Lawn

If you are hoping to be the envy of the neighborhood this year and have the best-looking lawn on your block, you need to know how to get there. It isn’t as hard as you may think! The process is fairly straightforward, and once you have taken care of the early spring tasks, it will all be just regular maintenance throughout the summer. Our team at Greenwood Hardware has everything you need to make your lawn great.

The following six steps will get you off to the start you need to enjoy a lush, green lawn this summer.

1. Aerate the area. This is usually done with a machine that you will essentially roll over the lawn. It will make little holes in the lawn that may not look pretty immediately after, but the holes will quickly heal and your lawn will be healthier for it. The holes allow the nutrients and water to reach the roots in the lawn, resulting in healthier grass.
2. Fertilize your lawn in the spring. G & B Organics Fertilizer is an excellent option and safe to use on your lawn. The organic materials in the fertilizer are exactly what your Seattle lawn needs to thrive, and you won’t have to worry about burning the grass with harsh chemicals.
3. Adding lime to the soil will help raise the pH of the soil. This is often the main problem in lawns that are struggling! You can do a quick soil test to confirm. Adding lime can transform a struggling lawn into one that is lush and green.
4. Adding compost or new top soil in areas that need it can help fix dead patches in the lawn. You will want to remove any of the old grass, digging down enough to remove the roots. Add a little top soil and compost and add new seed. If you are adding top soil or compost to an existing lawn, make sure it is a light layer that won’t suffocate the grass underneath.
5. Reseeding is only necessary if the lawn is patchy. In early spring, your lawn may look a little sparse, but with aeration and fertilizing, it will typically fill in. If you are concerned your lawn will be a little on the thin side, put down some seed in the early spring. This will give it the chance to be established by summer.
6. Watering your lawn will be essential to keeping it green all summer. How much water your grass needs will depend on how much sun it gets and how warm it is. Typically, you can set a watering schedule for about 20 minutes three times a week. Adjust as needed.

Your lawn is a source of pride, and you will love pulling up to your home every day. Walking through lush grass with your bare feet is something to treasure! Head into Greenwood Hardware today and pick up what you need to make your lawn beautiful this summer. Come on in, or contact us today.