Mid Summer Lawn Tips

 We hope you’re enjoying your summer!

As we move into the hottest stretch of the season, we want to share a few quick, practical tips to help keep your lawn and gardens looking their best. These are the same things we focus on during our service visits, and they make a noticeable difference when done consistently.

1. Crabgrass Control — What Actually Works Right Now
Crabgrass thrives in heat and thin turf, so mid‑summer is when it shows up most aggressively. A few things you can do:

• Mow a bit higher — 3 to 3.5 inches helps shade out crabgrass seedlings.
• Bag your clippings when mowing — crabgrass produces seeds throughout summer; bagging prevents them from spreading across the lawn.
• Water deeply, not frequently — strong turf crowds out crabgrass.
• Spot‑treat problem patches — early treatment prevents it from spreading.
• Avoid scalping edges — low-cut edges along sidewalks and driveways are crabgrass hotspots.

If you’re seeing crabgrass take over certain areas, we can identify the cause and put together a plan to thicken the turf.

2. Summer Watering Tips — Keep the Lawn Green Without Overdoing It
Most lawns struggle in July and August because of inconsistent watering. Here’s the simplest routine:

• Water early morning (5–9 AM) to reduce evaporation and prevent fungal issues.
• Aim for 1 inch of water per week, including rainfall.
• Deep soak, twice per week is better than daily light watering.
• Check sprinkler coverage — dry patches usually come from missed zones, not lack of water.

If your lawn is growing excessively fast or staying wet for too long, it may be getting too much water. We can help you dial in the right schedule.

3. Garden Care — Small Mid‑Summer Tasks That Make a Big Difference
This is the time of year when gardens start to look tired. A few quick refreshes can bring them back to life:

• Weeding — removing weeds before they seed keeps beds clean for the rest of the season.
• Bush & shrub trimming — light shaping keeps plants healthy and prevents overgrowth into walkways.
• Redefining garden edges — crisp edges instantly improve curb appeal and help keep mulch in place.
• Top‑up mulch — even a thin layer refreshes the look and helps retain moisture.

If your gardens are starting to look overgrown or uneven, we're happy to come by and tidy things up.

Seasonal Reminder — What’s Coming Up Next
Late summer is an important transition period for lawns in the Burlington area. A few things to keep in mind:

• Grub season begins soon — August is when grub activity starts, and early detection prevents major damage.
• Fall overseeding prep — late August and early September are the best times to thicken thin lawns and repair summer stress.
• Heat‑stress recovery — lawns that look patchy or tired now can bounce back quickly with the right early‑fall work.
• Garden reset — late summer trimming and cleanup sets your gardens up for a strong fall finish.

If you’re thinking about fall overseeding or lawn repair, feel free to mention it when you reply — we're opening the early‑bird list shortly.

If You’d Like Help With Any of These Tasks
We're booking mid‑summer lawn and garden tune‑ups over the next few weeks. If you’d like crabgrass control, watering guidance or garden cleanup, just reply to this email and we'll get you scheduled.

Wishing you a great rest of the summer, ​