As the temperatures drop and leaves cover the ground, your lawn still needs attention to ensure it stays healthy and is prepared for the winter ahead. Here are some quick and simple tips to keep your lawn in top shape this fall:
1. Raking Leaves:
Embrace the fall tradition of raking leaves, not just for aesthetic reasons but also for the health of your lawn. Even a thin layer of leaves can smother your grass, preventing sunlight and essential nutrients from reaching it.
2. Continue to Mow:
Keep up with lawn mowing until the end of the growing season, which typically coincides with Halloween on Long Island. Towards the end, you may find that mowing every other week is sufficient.
3. Aerate the Soil:
Aerating your lawn in fall enhances water and nutrient absorption, fostering healthier grass roots and reducing fungal activity by promoting air exchange in the root system. Fall is an ideal time for aeration on Long Island.
4. Overseed:
Fall is an excellent time for overseeding. Choose a high-quality grass seed that suits your soil conditions and sun exposure.
5. Keep Watering/Manage Irrigation:
During fall, monitor soil moisture and adjust watering based on weather. Despite increased rainfall on Long Island, supplemental watering may be needed, especially during dry spells. Water deeply but infrequently.
Lawn Pro offers lawn care solutions specifically tailored for Long Island lawns in Suffolk and Nassau County. Reach out to us for guidance, expert advice, or for a free quote.
