Labor Day Lawn Prep

September 3, 2021
Blain's Farm & Fleet

Labor Day Weekend is here, and while you might have plans for the long weekend, you should consider setting some time aside to make sure that your lawn is ready for the colder weather ahead. Blain’s Farm & Fleet is here to help with a list of things to keep in mind as you prep your yard this fall.

Remove Leaves

This might be the most obvious, but as the temperature drops and the leaves follow, be sure to rake them up so that your lawn is clear and new growth can come in without a problem as spring rolls around. If you want, you can mulch your leaves and use them as a natural fertilizer!

Consistent Care

Just because the warmer months are coming to an end doesn’t mean that your good lawn habits should! It would be best to stay consistent in watering and mowing your lawn until the ground freezes.

Test Your Soil

If you test your soil in the fall, you can find the right products for your lawn, and rest assured knowing that you gave your lawn exactly what it needs during the winter months.

Fertilize Your Lawn

In a perfect world, you should fertilize your lawn four times a year, but even if you haven’t been adhering to this standard, it’s not too late to start good habits! Check out Estate’s Late Fall Winterizer Fertilizer, which has a special root-building formula designed to withstand winter dormancy so that you’re the first house in the neighborhood with a thick and lush lawn come spring.

Seed Your Lawn

Fall is a great time to overseed your lawn and address those areas of your yard that might have thinning or bare patches of grass. You should overseed about a month and a half ahead of the projected first frost for best results.

Aerate Your Lawn

Aeration is crucial to loosen your soil and keep it from becoming compacted. Compacted soil may encourage disease and makes it difficult for water and nutrients to reach the soil.

Other Things To Remember

  • Drain Your Hose – This will prevent water from freezing in your hose causing it to split open!
  • Cut Your Grass Short – This will promote healthy grass growth come spring.