When summer rolls around and it is time to relax in your yard or garden, you want to have a beautiful, healthy lawn to enjoy. Whether you are playing outside with the kids or gathering friends for a summer BBQ, a healthy green lawn is important. Not only will you enjoy your lawn more if it is healthy and well kept, but it adds value to your property. There are a number of reasons to take care of your lawn and all you need are a few tips to keep your lawn properly maintained.
It is tempting to cut the grass very short so that you don’t have to cut it as often. The problem is that it is not healthy for your grass to be cut too short. Mow your lawn leaving grass around 6-8 cm high. This ensures that you do not disturb the grass’s root system. It allows the soil to better hold moisture and facilitates the growth of a deeper, stronger root system. Cut your grass only when it is dry. This will prevent you from accidentally cutting to close. It also helps the longevity of your lawnmower blades.
Take care of your lawnmower blades and make sure that they are sharp. Using blunt blades to cut your grass can damage the grass and hinder the growth of your lawn. Another good way to keep your lawn healthy is to leave mowed clippings on the lawn. This will contribute much needed nitrogen to the grass creating a healthier, greener lawn.
Next to mowing, watering your lawn is one of the most important aspects of good lawn care. It is important to ensure that your lawn is not over watered or under watered. You must pay attention to even distribution of water, as well. One way to measure the amount of water your lawn receives is to place a small container on the lawn you are watering. When the level reaches around 2.5 cm, it is time to stop watering.
Continuing to water the lawn may result in over watering, which is just as harmful to the grass as not getting enough water. To ensure water is absorbed by the soil and roots and not evaporated by the sun, water very early in the morning. Early morning watering also seems to help keep your grass healthy and green.
