The grass can be greener!
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Theres nothing like coming home to agreen and verdant lawn.
Its the ultimate in curb appeal.
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While seemingly minor, these oversights can make the grass look less than lush.
Here are five common lawn care mistakes almost everyone makes, along with how to fix them.
Fortunately, this is an easy fix.
He advises sharpening your blades every year.
Schedule this on your calendar at the beginning of the season, so you dont overlook this one.
Products and treatments for lawns are most effective when they are appliedbeforeproblem areas pop up and lawn disease strikes.
To prevent this problem, he advises deep but infrequent watering.
In the case that overwatering occurs, let the soil dry and consider aerating.
This can improve drainage and root growth by allowing air, water, and nutrients to penetrate more easily.
The open spaces provide an opportunity for weeds to germinate and establish themselves without competition from grass.
This can lead to weeds colonizing those empty spots and spreading throughout your lawncreating an even bigger problem.
So he recommends overseeding bare patches to encourage grass growth and preventweed infestations.
Neglecting Seasonal Maintenance
Different seasons and climates require different lawn care practices.
He suggests making seasonal plans.
In the fall, its best toget outside to fertilizeand clean up debris.
