Summer Lawn Care: Top Tips for a Greener Lawn This Season

Get your lawn in top shape this summer with our expert lawn care tips. Warm weather can pose challenges, whether you have an established lawn, a new lawn, or are planning to renovate. Follow these steps to create ideal growing conditions and achieve a lush, green lawn all summer long.

Proper Mowing Practices for Summer

Regular mowing is essential for maintaining a green, healthy lawn in the summer. Frequent mowing encourages the grass to spread and thicken, promoting lush growth.

• Mow Regularly, but with Care: During summer, you can mow frequently, as long as you’re not facing extreme heat or drought. Avoid letting the grass grow too long, but also refrain from cutting more than one-third of the blade length at a time.
• Adjust for Drought Conditions: If your lawn is experiencing drought, reduce mowing frequency. This helps the grass retain water in its leaves and provides shade for the roots. In extreme heat, mowing every 14 days is sufficient.
• Bonus Tip: For lawns less than 8 weeks old, mow more frequently to help establish and thicken the lawn faster.

Watering Needs for an Established Lawn

Keeping a green lawn in hot summer weather requires proper watering. Heavy, infrequent watering is more effective than daily light watering.

• Water Deeply, Not Daily: Water your lawn thoroughly every few days instead of daily to promote deep root growth and prevent lawn disease and shallow roots.
• Bonus Tip: Consider collecting rainwater to use for watering during the summer months.

Watering a Newly Seeded Lawn

Freshly seeded lawns need consistent moisture for proper germination, especially in summer.

• Keep Seeds Moist: For the first 21 days, keep the soil consistently moist to ensure successful germination. This might mean watering twice a day, or even three times a day during droughts.
• Bonus Tip: Make sure to moisten the soil several inches deep, not just the surface layer.

Best Times to Water

Timing is crucial when watering your lawn.

• Water in the Morning: The ideal time to water your lawn is early morning. This allows the water to soak in before the heat of the day causes evaporation.
• Evening Watering: If morning watering isn’t possible, early evening is an option, but avoid late evening watering as it can encourage lawn disease.
• Bonus Tip: Download our 14-page guide for more detailed lawn care tips and a comprehensive monthly maintenance calendar.

Benefits of Biostimulants

Biostimulants enhance your lawn care routine by increasing nutrient uptake, allowing your lawn to make the most of applied fertilizers.

• Boost Root Growth: Biostimulants work beneath the surface, expanding the root network and making the lawn more resilient to drought.
• Bonus Tip: Our Spring/Summer Booster Pack includes both a biostimulant and summer fertilizer to support growth for up to 3 months.

Summer Fertilizers

Your lawn’s nitrogen needs change with the seasons, and summer requires a high-quality nitrogen fertilizer to keep the grass green and healthy.

• Choose the Right Fertilizer: For summer, opt for a granular fertilizer that provides both slow and fast-release nutrients. A combination of these ensures quick results without risking nitrogen burn.
• Ideal NPK Ratio: Look for a fertilizer with an NPK ratio around 22-5-10 to promote lush, green growth.
• Bonus Tip: Our Greener Growth Fertilizer is a perfect summer option, with NPK 22-5-10 +2.5% MgO +2.5% CaO, suitable for application from early spring to late summer.

Using Wetting Agents

Dry weather can make it challenging to keep your lawn hydrated, but wetting agents can help.

• Improve Moisture Retention: Wetting agents help water penetrate dry patches and retain moisture in the soil, reducing the need for frequent watering.
• Bonus Tip: Wetting agents can be applied alongside seeding or fertilizing for enhanced results.

Tackling Weeds and Moss

Summer is prime time for weeds and moss to take over your lawn. Addressing these issues is crucial for lawn health.

• Control Weeds Safely: Use a weed killer like Weedol For Lawns to target weeds without harming your grass. Avoid using 4-in-1 products, which can damage lawns.
• Remove Moss: Moss can prevent grass from establishing by competing for soil and water. Use a high dosage of Iron Sulphate to kill moss, then rake it out after 7-14 days.
• Bonus Tip: Our packs include Iron Sulphate, which can be applied either before or after 8 weeks to harden the lawn and enhance its green color.

Summer Lawn Renovation

While summer isn’t the ideal time for lawn renovation, there are some benefits.

• Warm Soil for Germination: Soil temperatures in summer are perfect for seed germination, unlike the cooler temperatures in early spring or late autumn, which can hinder growth.
• Quick Results: The warmer weather speeds up growth, allowing you to enjoy your lawn sooner.
• Bonus Tip: With proper watering, summer seeding can result in fast germination and a well-established lawn.

Managing Dormant Lawns

In times of extreme heat, your lawn may turn brown or yellow—a sign it’s gone dormant to protect itself.

• Lawn Dormancy: This natural defense mechanism allows the grass to survive until moisture returns. Dormant grass will usually green up again after rainfall or watering.
• Post-Drought Care: After a dry spell, assess your lawn for sparse areas and consider repairs to encourage green growth.

By following these tips, you can maintain a healthy, vibrant lawn throughout the summer, even in challenging weather conditions.