Growing and maintaining a lawn is part of home beautification. After all, homeowners are aware of how well-designed landscaping can increase the curb appeal and increase the value of a residential property. It is often observed that within a few months of growing a lawn, it begins to turn brown and gradually dry out. The dilapidated state of your home’s lawn becomes more noticeable if the lawn on your neighbor’s side is fresh and greener.

Maintaining a lawn seems like a laborious task, but not as long as you do it little by little and don’t allow it to pile up. In addition, the large number of gardening tools on the market makes lawn care tasks easier. Some general maintenance tips that you can include in your busy schedule are discussed.

Regular watering

Water is essential for plant growth. Grass roots need adequate moisture to grow healthy and retain color. The weather dictates how often you should water your lawn. If your hometown enjoys a humid and humid climate, watering should be done on a weekly or biweekly basis. If you live in dry regions with high temperatures, water your lawn at least 3-4 times a week.

Examining the condition of the soil is one way to determine if the water supply is adequate, excessive or insufficient. Soggy soil is an indication of excess water supply, while dry, flaky, and cracked soil shows a water-deprived lawn. The soil should be firm and dark in color. In the hot summer months, you should water your lawn more often. Early in the morning is the best time to water because the evaporation rate is the lowest. New reseeded patches should be sprayed at least 2-3 times a day. New patches are very sensitive and die quickly if not cared for.

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Fertilization provides the grass with the necessary nutrition and allows it to grow healthy and green. Water crops lightly after spraying the fertilizer. A lawn should be fertilized four times a year, especially during the first year.

Sowing:

Bald patches scattered here and there look ugly and messy. You will need to replant these areas. Sowing should be done during January or February or at the end of summer. It should not be done during winter. Another tip is to choose a variety of grass reserved for your area and weather conditions.

Harvest:

Like we do with our hair, the grass must also be cut regularly. Mowing or mowing the lawn gives it a full, rich appearance and allows it to retain its healthy dark green color. You should allow the grass to grow to 3-4 inches before you have your first cut. After this, trim it every 10-15 days. Grass clippings can be left on the ground. It will compost and further fertilize the grass.

Weeding:

Weeds growing along with grass shoots seriously destroy the lawn. They absorb nutrients from the soil. To add your tangled roots, you choke out the grass roots and stunt their growth. Weeding helps get rid of these unwanted weeds. Weeding is done manually. Many use a herbicide along with the fertilizer to prevent weed growth. You can also use a herbivore. It is a garden care tool that is powered by an electric or gas motor.

In addition to sowing, watering, fertilizing, mowing, and rooting, you should also aerate and remove thatch from the soil periodically.