The first step in getting your lawn in good condition is to
pay attention to your soil. Healthy soil with a proper level of nutrients and
humidity is necessary for a beautiful lawn. Over time, the soil tends to
compact down, making it more difficult for roots and water from your sprinkler
system to penetrate it. Aerating your soil will loosen it up and allow the
flow of oxygen and moisture to return. You can rent a core aerator machine for
around $40 and get the job done by yourself if you have the time.
Once your soil is taken care of, you can deal with the
existing grass. With temperatures in Colorado at times dropping below zero
during the winter months, many types of grass struggle to thrive. If you have
cool season grass such as fescue, perennial ryegrass or bluegrass you shouldn't
need to do much maintenance. For other types, including St. Augustine,
centipede, Bermuda or buffalo grass, you will need to remove the accumulation
of dead stems and leaves.
Dead grass sitting on top of the soil will block sunlight
from reaching the new shoots and can impede the absorption of water. Decaying
organic material can also promote the growth of harmful fungus and diseases
that destroy your landscaping.
Mow this remaining grass close to the ground, leaving just one inch of growth.
Removing the dead grass will encourage new growth and help regenerate your lawn
to its former beauty.
The last step in preparing your lawn for spring is to
prevent weed growth. Once temperatures reach 70°, the seeds of many noxious
weeds will start to sprout. Before the weather warms up, it is a good idea to
put down a pre-emergence lawn weed preventer. You can find different brands in
any garden center. Once applied and watered in, it will form a barrier to
prevent seeds from sprouting. Remember not to sow new grass seeds if you are
going to use a weed preventer, as they stop all seeds from sprouting.
At Altitude
Sprinkler and Landscaping, we understand that our customers do not always
have time to follow each of these steps themselves. If you want your garden to
look gorgeous in time for spring, but can't fit the work into your schedule,
there is no cause for worry! We offer a complete range of lawn care and
maintenance services. Our team can aerate your soil, clear the dead thatch from
your lawn, treat it with weed preventer and of course, make sure your sprinkler
system is in great shape.
Getting your lawn ready for Spring doesn't need to be a
chore. So, don't hesitate to contact
Altitude Sprinkler to request a free estimate on landscaping services for
both residential and commercial properties. We’ll make sure you spend less time
maintaining your yard and more time enjoying it!
