Mow, Mow, Mow your Lawn!

What is the ideal lawn? The ideal lawn is deep green, plush, and lushes. The envy of the next door neighbor and the delight of the homeowner. Year after year homeowners and tenants spend about $6.4 billion a year in lawn care and renovation services. Truth is that people take pride in their lawns, since it is the first impression people take of their home.

Don't worry you still have summer and most importantly fall to make some improvements, there is always room for improvements.

⦁  Make sure that your lawn is being mowed at least bi-weekly, preferably weekly in the beginning of summer. Rain, warm weather, and humidity is the perfect combination for a jungle to grow. Mowing is by far the most important factor at this point of the year.

⦁  Alternate mowing directions to reduce the constant compaction and scuffing effect of mowers, and to encourage a more uniform removal of prostrate leaves of grasses and/or weeds.

⦁ Avoid bagging the clippings, this adds rich and organic matter that is quite good for the soil. Do not let anyone tell you it causes thatch. Biggest myth ever! The clippings decompose and serve as a natural fertilizer.

⦁ Don't water during the heat of the day: A lot of the moisture will evaporate before the soil (and grass) can absorb it. If you must water, check your town regulations and water in the late evening. Not only will you keep your home looking impeccable but you will avoid citation fees from your township or city. If you can not personally care for your lawn work, hire a professional company that will do the upkeep for you. Once your lawn is green and growing, you can focus on enjoying it.