With temperatures rising and rainfall decreasing, summer time is putting a serious strain on your lawn. If you are not careful, your lawn could end up dead. No rain and water restrictions can really take a shot at your ability to take care of your lawn. However, there are some tried and true tips that are sure to beat the summer heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When your lawn is suffering from a drought, these tips will help you survive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Raise the blades on your mower. Taller grass provides more protection from sun and grows deeper roots, which makes it more resilient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Resist the temptation to bag your lawn and use a mulching mower instead. The clippings will provide a barrier that keeps moisture in your lawn longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aerate your lawn twice a year (fall and spring) to keep out thatch and help the roots grow deeper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sharpen your lawnmower blade. Dull blades put your grass under lots of undue stress. Stressed grass needs more water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water early in the morning and when it is not windy to avoid unnecessary evaporation of your rationed water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use a drip type irrigation system like a soaker hose. It put water in the ground, where it is needed, more efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not fertilize in the summer. Experts will tell you that fertilized lawns are more sensitive to heat and require more water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Green is definitely a color to envy in the heart of the summer. Do yourself a favor and follow these tips to keep a green lawn that makes your neighbors squirm with envy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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