As winter comes to an end and spring weather is on the horizon, it can be an excellent time to consider preemptive lawn care. To ensure that you have the healthiest, greenest lawn possible, you need to begin taking care of your yard before spring begins. Besides yearly grass seeding, consider the following tips to help prepare your lawn for warmer weather.

A Guide to Spring Lawn Care

1. Clear Away Winter Debris

To ensure that your lawn grows and the grass is consistently healthy throughout, it needs plenty of sunlight and rain. Winter weather can make it challenging to get outside and clean your yard regularly. As the weather becomes warmer, clear any branches, leaves, or litter that has accumulated on your lawn since last fall. Also, be sure to store sleds, shovels, and winter toys that have sat in the yard throughout the season.

2. Rake Up Thatch

Thatch is a layer of decaying organic material—typically weeds, grass blades, and other plant matter—resting near the roots of your lawn. It acts as a barrier to moisture and nutrients, so it's essential to remove it when it accumulates to more than 1/2 inch. Run a rake gently over your lawn to dredge up the thatch, bag it, and discard it.

3. Remove Weeds

Weeds and dandelions are a blight on your lawn and should be removed as quickly as possible before they propagate. Spray weed killer on the lawn, or apply it by hand directly to individual weeds. People with pets and small children often prefer to avoid herbicides. If you are one of these, pull the weeds out by the roots or use a homemade solution of vinegar and dish soap.

4. Seed Spotty Areas

If you have dead or brown spots on the lawn due to grass mold or pet waste, grass seeding may be necessary. Sprinkle a handful of grass seed over each dead spot, cover them with a thin layer of sand to weigh the seeds down, and water the area immediately. Fresh, green grass blades should sprout within two to three weeks.

For a lush, green yard this spring, consider professional grass seeding service and lawn care assistance. Contact Keeven Bros Sod Company, the premier sod farm in St. Peters, MO. In addition to traditional dry grass seeding, they also specialize in hydroseeding, the process of applying a slurry of seeds and mulch to lawns. They also offer Kentucky Bluegrass, Zoysia, and Fescue sod. Visit their website to read answers to frequently asked questions or call (636) 240-4900 today to schedule a consultation.