Having an immaculate lawn throughout the year can sometimes feel like a chore but it’s definitely something to feel proud of. The lush, green goodness of your lawn is a representation of consistent – albeit enjoyable – work.
As the seasons and conditions change, so should how you care, grow and maintain your lawn.
Each season has its own requirements when it comes to grass maintenance and it’s normally a rotation of jobs including:
- Testing soil PH
- Aerating
- Weeding and cleaning
- Mowing and trimming
- Watering
- Fertilising
However, with different factors per season, this quick guide can help you stay on top of your lawn.
Summer – December to February
No matter where in Australia you’re located, one thing rings true – it’s HOT in summer. While parts of the country are often met with water restrictions during these times, there are things you can do for your lawn to keep it lush during summer.
- Mowing – During summer, you want to keep your lawn a bit longer so that it can maintain moisture in the soil for longer.
- Wetting agents – In some areas that are drier than others, a wetting agent helps to draw more moisture to your lawn soil so that you can use less water.
- Water – After applying your wetting agent, your lawn can absorb and retain moisture for longer.
- Fertiliser – Slow-release formulas are ideal to boost your lawn’s nutrient levels and give your grass the boost it needs to survive the summer heat.
Autumn – March to May
Transition seasons give you time to prep your lawn for the more extreme weather conditions. In addition to leaving your blades a bit longer after mowing and fertilizing other garden maintenance tasks you want to accomplish in autumn are:
- Weeding – it’s important to monitor your lawn closely and/or remove common weeds before they completely take over.
- Aerating – Aerate compacted soil near the end of autumn so that it’s ready for winter rainfall.
Winter – June to August
Winter is the season to let your grass thrive. Regular maintenance throughout the year helps you take a little break and simply enjoy. However, some key areas to keep an eye on for the next three months include:
- Raking and removal – Leaves, branches and any other debris to ensure that your lawn can receive optimal airflow.
- Fertilise – Only if areas of your grass become thin, add regular or liquid fertiliser to help boost nutrient intake.
Spring – September to November
As the weather gets warmer, insects start to come out and your lawn will need some extra love and care.
- Aerating – If your grass becomes compacted again, minor or major aerating is always beneficial.
- Herbicides – As plants start pollinating so do weeds! Get an excellent weed spray that will keep them at bay.
- Insecticides – Flowers, fruits and other plants are vulnerable to parasitic insects. Be sure to know which insects to look for in your area.
Leave it to Jim’s Mowing
If you’ve given up on your lawn, our team is proud to take a look! Jims Mowing Melbourne offers a wide range of landscaping, pruning and other gardening services to help you keep your lawn maintained throughout the year.
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