When the summer temperatures in New England start to rise, keeping your lawn green and lush can be a challenge for many homeowners.
The heat, possible droughts, even in New England, and that increased foot traffic and activity in your yard can all take a toll.
There is good news for your lawn. When you take the right approach and get the right professional help, you can protect your lawn and keep it looking great even during those hot months in Massachusetts.
A common mistake the Bartlett Brothers Landscaping team sees when we visit homeowners is that they may be watering their lawn too frequently.
Your lawn actually benefits from deep infrequent watering according to experts. Watering your lawn two or three times per week is what the experts recommend. A deep watering encourages healthier root growth, and it will actually make your grass more resilient during those dry spells here in New England.
We suggest using professional landscaping or lawncare companies because they do this every day.
However cutting your grass too short during the summer months can cause stress and it will actually expose the soil to that excessive heat during the summer.
Raising your mower blade in the summer months keeps that lawn a little bit longer and helps shade the soil and retains moisture.
Applying fertilizer in the summer months does require a careful approach. If you apply too much fertilizer it can burn your lawn when the heat gets too much.
Also weeds and pests do thrive in summer conditions so it’s important to stay ahead of these issues to maintain a healthy lawn.
This is the perfect opportunity to bring in a professional landscaping company to set up a program of proper fertilization and weed control.
Our team here at Bartlett Brothers Landscaping highly recommends the process of aeration. Because the winter months can be harsh on your lawn, it also compacts the soil and prevents proper watering and nutrients from entering the roots.
Oftentimes your lawn is going to require more time, consistent care and more expertise than a homeowner possesses.
Your local professional lawn care or landscaping company understands your local conditions as well as types of grass in the area. At Bartlett Brothers Landscaping, we create customized plans for clients that include proper watering schedules, fertilization, pest control and regular line maintenance.
Ready to enjoy the benefits of a professional landscaping company? Contact Bartlett Brothers today!
