{"id":43135,"date":"2026-02-17T11:39:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T17:39:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/blog\/?p=43135"},"modified":"2026-02-17T11:39:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T17:39:09","slug":"spring-lawn-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/blog\/spring-lawn-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Midwest Spring Lawn Care Plan: What to Do (and When)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>After a long Midwest winter, your lawn needs more than just sunshine to bounce back. A simple, month-by-month plan makes all the difference between patchy grass and a thick, green yard you\u2019re proud of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s your spring lawn game plan.<\/p>\n\n\n<div role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\" class=\"simpletoc wp-block-simpletoc-toc\"><h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#march-prep-now-thank-yourself-later\">March: Prep Now, Thank Yourself Later<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#april-clean-up-get-ahead-of-weeds\">April: Clean Up + Get Ahead of Weeds<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#may-strengthen-and-protect\">May: Strengthen and Protect<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"march-prep-now-thank-yourself-later\">March: Prep Now, Thank Yourself Later<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Before the grass really starts growing, focus on your equipment and early prep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Give your mower some TLC:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean under the deck<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check and change the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/products\/103095-briggs-and-stratton-lawnmower-oil.html\">oil<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replace or clean the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/air-filters\/\">air filter<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sharpen <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/lawn-mower-blades\/\">mower blades<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/greases-and-gear-oils\/\">lubrication<\/a> on moving parts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Sharp blades matter more than you think \u2014 dull blades tear grass instead of cutting it, which can stress your lawn. If you\u2019d rather skip the tune-up, bring your mower into Blain\u2019s Farm &amp; Fleet for maintenance and service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>March is also a great time to grab mulch and landscaping supplies before the rush hits.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"april-clean-up-get-ahead-of-weeds\">April: Clean Up + Get Ahead of Weeds<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>As the snow melts and the ground dries out, it\u2019s cleanup season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Start with a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/rake\/\">rake<\/a>.<\/strong> Removing debris and snow mold improves airflow and helps your lawn wake up faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Overseed thin spots<\/strong> by adding enriched topsoil and spreading grass seed with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/lawn-fertilizer\/\">fertilizer<\/a> to encourage strong growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Apply pre-emergent herbicide<\/strong> when soil temperatures reach 50\u201355\u00b0F (typically April 20\u201328 in the Midwest). Timing is everything here \u2014 this step helps stop crabgrass and other weeds before they even start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your grass reaches about <strong>3 inches tall<\/strong>, it\u2019s time to mow \u2014 but keep your blade set high. Taller grass promotes deeper root growth and helps crowd out weeds naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"may-strengthen-and-protect\">May: Strengthen and Protect<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Now that your lawn is actively growing, it\u2019s time to reinforce it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/products\/372249-bioadvanced-season-long-grub-control.html\">grub control<\/a><\/strong> to prevent root damage later in the season<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aerate<\/strong> compacted soil to improve water and nutrient absorption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/products\/1349494-estate-36-lb-13-13-13-garden-fertilizer.html\">fertilizer<\/a> in late May<\/strong> to feed your lawn steadily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spot treat weeds with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmandfleet.com\/products\/952555-gordons-acreage-pro-lawn-weed-killer.html\">post-emergent herbicides<\/a><\/strong> as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the month that sets the tone for summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A healthy lawn doesn\u2019t happen by accident \u2014 it happens on schedule. 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