Luscious sod can be the pride and joy of your landscape during the spring. But to ensure that your yard looks its best, you’ll need to put in a fair amount of work. The following maintenance tips will ensure that your property looks well-groomed as temperatures start to warm up.

Top 3 Tips for Spring Sod Care

1. Manage Weeds

If you’re not careful, weeds can quickly take over your yard. Applying a pre-emergent herbicide will prevent crabgrass seedlings and other pests from germinating. Homeowners should also keep an eye out for broadleaf weeds — like dandelions —  which often appear during the spring. However, many post-emergent herbicides are also harmful to grass. You may need to do some old-fashioned hand weeding to keep your lawn looking its best.

2. Feed the Grass

There are many ways you can promote healthy grass growth. For example, use a slow-release fertilizer to ensure steady growth for your grass over the course of several months, and try composting or using a mulching mower to provide chemical-free lawn food. Finally, water your lawn early in the morning to ensure the moisture has time to soak in and doesn’t evaporate too quickly in the warm sun. 

3. Mow Smartly

Lawn mowing may not be your favorite chore, and as such, you might be tempted to cut the grass shorter so you don’t have to mow as often. However, you should never trim more than one-third off the blade height. Cutting the grass too short could expose the roots to excess heat and sunlight, increasing its risk of drying out.

If you need to give your yard a facelift, new sod from Arkansas Sod & Turf Farm could be the perfect solution. Serving Pulaski County, AR, for more than 40 years, this sod company offers several grass products to help you achieve the right look for your lawn. Their team of experts will help you choose the best grass for your purposes, whether you need shade-tolerant St. Augustine or low-maintenance Zoysia. To learn more about their sodding services and products, visit them online or call (501) 753-5377 today.