Give your lawn a final mow

November can be very rainy and dull. Although it's a good idea to give your lawn one last mowing, avoid doing it when the lawn is wet from the fall rain. This will clog up your mower, and blades will not be mowing correctly. Lawn Worx is a better option. Instead of mowing the grass in the rain it will cause the grass to tear and damage its appearance.

Fall Aeration

If you've not performed it this season, you should get your lawn cleaned. This will eliminate hard-packed turf and buildup of thatch. It's not the best idea to allow ice and snow to be pushed down onto soil that's already harder than cement. Soil should be loose and airy which means that the roots of turfgrass can expand and the minerals, air, water, and sunlight can be absorbed into the root zone. This won't happen if soil is too dense or the thatch layer isn't thick enough. Both of these issues can be solved with the use of an aeration method. It's unnecessary to be concerned about them coming up onto the surface after the pesky weeds have finished blooming throughout the season.

 

Make use of a Winter Fertilizer

In the winter months of late fall and early winter it is recommended to apply a granular fertilizer with higher levels of potassium and nitrogen. Potassium is what makes your grass strong and helps it endure frigid and windy months ahead. In addition, nitrogen balances out the potassium. Call lawn care professionals near your home.

 

Make sure you get those leaves out

While it can be tedious, blowing or making piles of leaves isn't easy, and is essential for maintaining the health of your lawn. When you let leaves build up, they'll create various problems later on. In the first place, leaves and organic debris deposited on the lawn will cover the grass, creating yellowed and browned areas. In addition, and even more important the fungi thrive in the shade of leaves since it's dark and damp. Some common fungal diseases we've dealt with include:

 

• Powdery mildew

• Snow mold

• Fairy rings

• Necrotic ring

• Brown patch

• Red thread

• Take-all root decay

• Dollar spot

You're probably thinking: wait a moment Aren't leaves great for mulch? Yes, when placed in your garden beds, but again the trick is to keep it from the lawn. If you do use it as mulch as we'll discuss in the next section of this article, it's important to not put too much on the lawn. This can cause trouble for your plants and shrubs.

Reuse Fallen Leaves For Mulchleaves to use as mulch

One of the easiest - and free! Recycled leaves in your yard is an effective option to create mulch for your yard. Shred, rip, or cut them into smaller pieces, then apply a layer less than 2 inches thick around your shrubs, trees, and flower beds. If you're spreading it on a large tree, make sure you leave about a 6-inch gap around the base prior to applying the mulch. If you're interested, you can actually buy a mulching attachment which can be hung over the waste bin in your yard. The top is designed to hold the leaves, and then turns the leaves into mulch. It's similar to an actual paper shredder!

 

If you'd rather use compost, wood chips or straw, it can also work. Whatever you decide to use your garden will appreciate you. Winter can be cold and dry. Anything that you do to help keep your plants hydrated is a blessing. Be aware that less is always better. It is important to strike a balance between maintaining the soil's moisture but not so much that it draws the fungi.

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Mow Correctly

When you mow your lawn at any time of the year do not trim more than 1/3 blades. It will encourage grass to thrive and prevent the growth of weeds. Since weeds require more light to grow, it's essential that your grass doesn't get too excessive. If your grass isn't sufficiently tall, the sun will not get to it. Every time you cut change the pattern! If you usually mow parallel to the house, try mowing in a parallel. After that, you can mow diagonally. This can prevent ruts on your lawn due to mower's wheels, and encourages grass to develop straight and tall. It is also possible to call landscaping georgetown, KY.

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