Lawn Care Tips and How to Properly Care for your Lawn
Summer has arrived, and it’s a hot one! As a result, proper lawn care is more important than ever, because as temperatures rise, our lawns can begin to deteriorate. Moreover, all the hard work put in during spring can go to waste if we aren’t proactive with watering the grass. People often ask, “How much should I water? When? How often? And what’s the best way to do it?” In addition, consistent mowing and fertilizing with your Bad Boy Mower or LS Tractor are crucial for lawn health. However, if you want to have the best-looking yard in town, then you need to check out these tips!
1. How Much Should I Water?
Too little water, and the grass dies. On the other hand, too much water can drown it. Most landscaping professionals suggest that a healthy, established lawn needs at least 1–1½ inches of water per week. So, how do you measure the amount of water you are using? There are several ways to do it. For example, check out one of them in the video below:
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2. When Should I Water?
The time of day that you water is an important factor in lawn health. Ideally, water early in the morning because the land has cooled overnight, and the wind tends to be calmer. This allows the water to soak into the soil and reach the roots before evaporation occurs. Many people water in the evening, but this is not the best practice. Since the lawn stays wet overnight, the grass doesn’t get the sunlight it needs to thrive.
3. How Often Should I Water?
It’s a lot less often than you might think. Generally, the standard recommendation is to water your lawn two to three times per week. If you water too often, it can create a shallow root system and weaken the turf. Meanwhile, in the cooler months, there is less evaporation and more rainfall, so watering once or twice per week is usually sufficient.
4. What’s the Best Way to Do It?
There are many solutions for watering your lawn. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference and what works best for your property. You could use hose-end sprinklers, pulsating sprinklers, in-ground sprinklers, or even smart water systems if your budget allows.
By following these tips, combined with proper mowing and fertilization, you’ll be on track to have the best-looking lawn in town!
If you need new lawn equipment, Big Tex Tractor is here to help. We are an authorized dealer for Bad Boy Mowers—the leading brand in the lawn care industry. Additionally, be sure to ask about our mulching blades for an even better-looking lawn.
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