The Green, Green Grass

As the summer months begin to come closer, people will be thinking about taking care of their lawns. When you are making your game plan for caring for your lawn, you need to also work in some tips on how to make your lawn greener and healthier than it has ever been. Is not there a yard that you drive by that you admire? Your lawn can look just like that if you take the time and effort to determine what your grass needs to make it thicker and greener. Nutrients, proper maintenance, and many other factors all come together to make your grass what it is. That is why it is so important to learn more about how to take care of your lawn so that you can make it as beautiful and attractive as possible.

One of the many factors that may be influencing the health of your grass is its location. If your yard is shaded by a tree or building, then it can not get the sunlight that it needs each day. You will find that the grass' color begins to dim if it does not get proper sunlight. Trimming the branches of your tree or trees can make a big impact on the amount of sunlight that your yard receives.

Another thing that you need to think about is how much traffic goes through your lawn. People walking on the grass can cause the grass to become oxygen deficient. It sometimes blocks the aeration which does not allow oxygen into the grass or water. Aerating the lawn is the remedy for this. If there are flat spaces on your lawn or if you notice the soil is compacted, then you need to aerate the lawn. It is important to refrain from aerating in the summer, because it will stress the grass. Aerating should be done in the spring or possibly in the fall.

Watering the grass correctly is another facet of maintenance that can help to make your grass healthier. It is best to water early in the morning, because then the water has time to soak into the ground before the sun gets hot enough to evaporate it. Water the yard evenly, instead of just patches. Make sure that there is not any water standing on your lawn, as well as watching to make sure that the grass does not become too dry on those hot days. All of these things will help keep your grass healthy and bright green.

Another thing that you need to beware of is lawn thatch and debris trying to take over your yard. To keep this from occurring, you need to rake your lawn regularly and remove any thatch that is over a half-inch high in your yard. This helps to keep the lawn aerated and allows water and nutrients to get through the grass into the soil.

The composition of your soil is also an important factor in how your lawn looks. Your soil should have the right grain texture, as well as the right pH balance to keep your grass healthy. If it is lacking in some of the needed nutrients, then you can add fertilizer or compost to the soil to help make up the deficit. This helps the grass to stay healthier and greener. The fertilizer that you need to get depends upon what the soil is lacking, the problems that your grass has, and the time of year that you are going to be using the fertilizer.

Another issue arises when you mow your grass. Your grass has to be cut properly or it will not grow properly. If you cut it too close, then it may stress your grass, which can cause it to become brown. If you do not cut it enough, then the water and sunlight will have a hard time getting to the soil.

To help your lawn become greener, you only need to aerate, give the soil proper nutrients, mow properly, and watch the environment. By keeping track of all these different area, you will be helping your grass to become greener and healthier.