Posted on March 21st, 2016
Say goodbye to the cold, frozen temperatures of winter, and hello to the warm breeze of spring! The spring equinox was yesterday, so we’re sure you’re just dying to get your hands on those lawn care tools you packed away in the shed so many months ago. When it comes to reviving and rejuvenating your lawn after the long winter, one of the first questions that homeowners ask is, “when is it safe to start watering my lawn?” The answer?
The earlier you begin watering your re-emerging lawn and landscape, the better.
As your lawn begins to come out of it’s dormant state, the first thing it longs for is water. The winter air is very dry, and so it sucks all the moisture out of your beloved lawn and landscape. To help rehydrate your lawn and coax it to come out of it’s winter slumber, be sure to start watering early on, with just one disclaimer.
Give the ground enough time to thaw out before beginning a heavy water regimen.
If you live in the New England area, you know how rock solid the soil can become from freezing over winter. When soil is frozen, it’s unable to absorb water which can cause you to over water and drown out your plants. That’s why it’s important to ease your landscape back into a watering regimen. To help your soil thaw out quicker, keep foot traffic to a minimum and avoid any raking or aeration.
Remember, a lawn is only as healthy as it’s soil.
Be sure to check your soil’s pH level and make any necessary adjustments. This will ensure that the maximum amount of water and nutrients is being absorbed into the soil, that can then be transferred to your growing grass and plants.
If you’re interested in learning more about how you can improve your lawn care and watering routines, allow Turf Unlimited to provide you with a free evaluation. We’ll help you decide on the lawn care routine and sprinkler system that works best for your yard.
For more information about our lawn care and sprinkler system services, call 888-649-9919 today.
