Take the guesswork out of yard work.
The dramatic seasonal swings in the Northeast can make lawn care tricky.
(Yes, you get the winter off!)
Credit: Jacob Fox
Now sharpen your mower blades, and grab your smartphone to set those reminders to fertilize.
Spring
Think of spring as the start of yard season.
Maintaining Your Mower
Before you even step foot onto your lawn, tend to your mower.
double-check tosharpen the bladesso they cut evenly and efficiently.
Mowing
How do you know when it’s time to mow?
Aerating
Compacted soil can be a major culprit behind grass that just won’t thicken up.
Summer
Summer is all about maintaining the strong start you established in the spring.
Watch how your lawn grows.
During cool or moist periods, your yard may needmowing twice a week.
On average, expect to crank up the lawnmower once a week during the summer.
Watering
It’s fine to let your grass go dormant during drought.
Knock out these tasks when the weather starts to cool, and you’ll enjoy an easier spring.
If you only fertilize your lawn once a year, fall is the time to do it.
As they decompose, they’ll make your soil composition healthier.
If you don’t have the time (or patience!)
Repeat this every couple of weeks.
Overseeding
Most grasses in this region thrive in cool temperatures, making autumn the ideal time to overseed.
