Come winter, it can be easy to forget about your lawn.
It's not like it needs watering or mowing, so maintenance gets put on the back
burner. We hate to burst your bubble, but winter isn't a lawn-free season; there are things you can do, over the winter, to ensure your grass grows back healthy and full come spring.
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Keep Feet Away –
Your grass doesn't die in the winter; it just goes dormant. When dormant, your
grass is in a delicate stage and must be given extra care. For this
reason, you should try to keep foot traffic to a minimum. If you, your family or your guests tread a path through your grass, all winter
long, that section of your lawn may not grow back as nicely in the spring.
Remove Lawn Objects –
If simply walking on dormant winter grass can damage it, imagine what parked
cars, old picnic tables, lawn chairs, and sports equipment can do if left out on
your lawn over the winter. Over time, pressure from even the smallest of objects can choke
out your grass, and the result is not going to be
pretty. When spring arrives, areas of your lawn that harbored chairs, cars, camping equipment, etc. can remain brown and lifeless, requiring fertilization and re-seeding. These areas can also be susceptible to crab grass and other weeds as well.
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