Growing a healthy, lush lawn for spring can’t happen without proper preparation. Your yard has been asleep all winter, so you’ll need to focus on several tasks to get things back on track, including installing a sprinkler system. The list below outlines a few tips to help get you started.

4 Helpful Lawn Maintenance Tips for Spring

1. Remove Debris

Take time to assess your lawn and find out what you’re dealing with once the snow has cleared. Throw away any debris on the ground, such as tree branches, dead leaves, and other organic matter. Check to see if your grass is growing back yet and formulate a strategy for your lawn care going forward.

2. Install a Sprinkler System

If you don’t already have a lawn irrigation system in place, have one installed. It’s important that your lawn receive enough water during spring and summer to keep the grass from dying. A sprinkler system will help you use water efficiently to target areas most in need of nutrients.

3. Tackle the Weeds

If you’re noticing a lot of weeds, you’ll need to eliminate them before they start germinating. You’ll need to use a weed control product that can be purchased at your local gardening or hardware store. If you’re going to put grass seed down, wait at least eight weeks after you’ve applied the weed control product.

4. Rake Your Lawn

Your grass has been lying dormant most of winter, so take time to wake it up by raking the grass. Rake up any dead patches of grass, so that it won’t block nutrients from the growing grass. 

For high-quality sprinkler system installation and maintenance, contact the professionals at Design Rite Sprinkler Company in Cincinnati, OH. Their experienced team will get your lawn looking its best with their residential irrigation and sprinkler design services. To schedule an appointment, call (513) 248-8999 to speak with a representative or visit them online for more information about their products and services.