Lawn Care Schedule
Stay on top of your lawn maintenance with this seasonal checklist.
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- Mow the lawn weekly during growing season
- Fertilize the lawn in early spring
- Aerate the lawn in fall
- Apply weed control in early spring and fall
- Water deeply once a weekAdjust based on rainfall.
- Edge the lawn every 2 weeks
- Rake leaves in the fall
- Test soil pH every 2 years
- Overseed thin areas in early fall
- Check for pests and treat as needed
- Mulch grass clippings back into the lawn
- Trim shrubs and bushes in late winter
- Plan for seasonal flower planting in spring
- Remove debris from the lawn regularly
- Check and clean mower blades regularly
- Prepare irrigation system for summer
- Apply winter fertilizer in late fall
- Monitor for lawn diseases
- Adjust mowing height based on the season
- Clean gutters to prevent lawn flooding
- Review lawn care plan each season
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