Lawn Care Calendar

Start monitoring your lawn in late winter (February). The first active tasks typically begin in early spring when soil temperatures reach 55°F. Cool season grasses wake up earlier in spring; warm season grasses start later when soil is consistently warm.

Warm season grasses: 3–4 times per year (spring through early fall). Cool season grasses: 2–3 times per year, with the most important application in fall. Avoid fertilizing during extreme heat or when grass is dormant.

Aerate cool season grasses in early fall (September–October). Aerate warm season grasses in late spring or early summer (May–June) when the grass is actively growing and can recover quickly.

Yes, in most cases. Grass clippings decompose quickly and return nitrogen and organic matter to the soil. This can reduce fertilizer needs by up to 25%. Only bag clippings if the grass is very long, diseased, or during weed seed season.

Apply in early spring before soil temperatures reach 55°F for 3+ consecutive days. This prevents crabgrass and other annual weeds from germinating. A second application 6–8 weeks later provides extended control.