Winter Lawn Care

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Just because your lawn may be covered by snow in the winter, it doesn't mean that you shouldn't take care of it. The appearance of your lawn in the spring also depends on how you tend to it during the winter, so consider these tips when planning for the winter season:

Before winter arrives, make sure that your lawn is completely free of debris, rocks, logs, or dead leaves. Leaving these things on your lawn can leave your grass smothered.

While your grass is growing more slowly in the winter, weeds tend to grow faster. Watch out for any weed growth on your lawn and remove them before they do more damage. Leaving weeds to grow in the winter can kill the grass on your lawn by springtime.

If you want your lawn to look greener in the winter, you can use grasses that grow well in colder temperatures. Rye grass is a good example, especially since it doesn't replace the grass that is already on your lawn. As soon as your lawn grass starts growing in the spring, the rye grass will simply die out. These winter grasses are best planted during October.

Don't forget to water your lawn during the winter - especially if you experience 2 or more weeks without rain. Tall fescue, rye grass, and Kentucky bluegrass all grow best during the winter, and this is the perfect time to water and fertilize them. One to two inches of water each week should be fine.
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For winter fertilization, a slow-release nitrogen fertilizer should be applied mid November for Bermuda, bahia, and centipede grasses. St. Augustine grasses shouldn't be given a late fall feeding. Water your lawn lightly after the fertilizer application to encourage the fertilizer to activate.

By following a winter lawn maintenance routine, your lawn is sure to be greener and healthier when spring arrives.