1. Water Early and Deep
The number one mistake homeowners make? Watering at the wrong time. Water your lawn early in the morning, ideally between 5–9 a.m., when it’s cooler and the water won’t evaporate as quickly. Aim for 1–1.5 inches of water per week, applied deeply and less frequently to encourage deeper root growth.
2. Set Your Mower High
Scalping your lawn in summer is a recipe for disaster. Raise your mower blade to leave the grass at 3–4 inches tall, depending on your grass type. Taller grass shades the soil, holds moisture better, and helps prevent weed growth.
3. Feed Smart
While spring is a great time to fertilize, your lawn can still benefit from a light summer feeding, especially if it’s showing signs of stress. Use a slow-release fertilizer formulated for summer to avoid burning your grass.
Not sure what product is right? SAB’s lawn care team can evaluate and apply the right solution for your grass type and soil.
4. Watch for Pests & Disease
High temperatures and humidity create the perfect environment for turf pests and lawn diseases. If you notice patchy brown spots, thinning grass, or unusual discoloration, call in SAB for a professional assessment. We’ll diagnose and treat the issue before it spreads.
5. Consider Aeration or Overseeding (Mid-to-Late Summer)
If your lawn struggled last year, late summer is the perfect time to plan for aeration and overseeding. This helps break up compacted soil and promote new, drought-tolerant growth heading into fall.
6. Mulch the Right Way
Grass clippings can act as natural mulch when left on the lawn, just make sure they’re not forming heavy clumps. Mulching helps retain moisture and adds nutrients back to the soil.
7. Let Us Handle It!
The truth is, keeping your lawn healthy during the summer takes time, attention, and know-how. That’s where we come in. At SAB Lawn and Landscaping Inc, we offer expert lawn care services that take the guesswork (and the sweat!) out of summer maintenance.
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