As the world outside finally begins to turn green after a long winter, it’s time once again to pay attention to your lawn and trees. Spring is a sensitive time for your yard – the soil is spongy, the plants are tender, and the weather is unpredictable. Your lawn will thank you for being gentle this time of year! Call Big O Tree to start planning your lawn maintenance or lawn improvements.
Types of Grass
Spring lawn care depends on the type of grass you are growing:
Cool-season grasses include fescue, bluegrass, and rye. They have two growth spurts – a moderate one in the spring, and a big one in the fall. They go dormant and can struggle in hot summer months, so the focus of spring care is strengthening the plants for summer.
Warm-season grasses—such as Zoysia, St. Augustine, centipede, and Bermuda—thrive in the heat and go dormant during winter. They begin growing after the last spring frost and really get going by midsummer.