Florida is known for sunny skies and summer heat. These things make for a great beach day but can wreak havoc on your lawn. As the weather heats up, you might find that your once lush grass is starting to look brown or yellow instead of green. You deserve a beautiful, healthy lawn for all your summer entertaining.
Lawn maintenance doesn’t have to be a hassle this summer. Here are some tips from our yard maintenance professionals to help your yard beat the heat this season.
Tip #1: Water at the right time
In the summer, you’ll want to get an early start on your yard maintenance. If you’ve been in Florida long enough, you know that it’s all about beating the mid-day heat that starts around noon. We recommend starting your sprinklers early in the morning before the sun rises. This will help your grass soak up all the water that it needs to stay hydrated and green before the scorching heat causes the water to evaporate. You’ll want to avoid running your sprinklers at night as it creates the perfect environment for pests and disease to thrive. Proper lawn irrigation is easier than ever because most modern sprinkler systems come with timers so that you can set it and forget it!
Tip #2: The rain is your friend
Summer showers come often in Florida, and they can be a huge asset to help your lawn stay healthy and hydrated. You don’t want to over water your lawn, so if you a storm has just rolled through or the forecast shows that rain is on the way, adjust your watering schedule accordingly. It can also help you get around some of the watering restrictions that certain counties put into place during summer.
Tip #3: Raise the blade on your lawn mower
Lawn care service professionals recommend keeping your grass longer in the summer months to keep the roots strong. This will also help your yard stay insulated and prevent weeds from popping up. Lawn mower blades should be raised about three to four inches to see the best results. Not interested in doing all this upkeep on your own? Our quality maintenance professionals can help by providing expert lawn mowing services. Give us a call today at 407-366-5629 or click here to request a quote.
Tip #4: Take care of weeds or dry patches quickly
Don’t let weeds or brown spots take over your lawn. Checking for weeds periodically and pulling them up can help your lawn absorb all the water it needs, especially if you get rid of them early in the summer before the real heat sets in. When pulling weeds, you’ll want to be sure that you’re getting the whole root to prevent them from coming back. When it comes to dry patches, if proper lawn irrigation and watering won’t do the trick, you’ll want to replace the sod and start fresh. If you need a hand keeping up with your yard maintenance, bring in a quality landscaping partner to help you with the work.
RLC has been helping Florida homeowners have the best lawn on the block for over 50 years. We offer a variety of residential yard services from routine grounds maintenance, irrigation services and even lawn design that can keep your outdoor space summer ready. If you’re looking for a quality landscaping partner you can trust, give us a call today at 407-366-5629 or click here to request a quote.
