Take note of any dead spots, snow
mold or raw patches of earth that need
reseeding. Bring a rake with you to
clean up dead leaves or break up any
thatched areas that may have formed
over the winter.
3. Take care of snow mold
If you find a spot of snow mold and oth-
er types of lawn fungus that are com-
mon in early spring, take a rake and
gently break up the matted grass so it
can dry. Oftentimes, this will be enough
to dry out the mold and get the grass in
the area growing again. However, de-
pending on the extent of the damage,
you might have to patch or reseed the
area.
4. Reseed where needed
For the bare spots as well as areas of
your lawn that are looking a little thin,
overseeding is a great way to return it
to its full, lush state.
Spread grass seed over the area you want
to patch, add some fertilizer and about a half
inch of topsoil and gently rake the mixture
in with the grass and soil. Thoroughly water
these patches every day until the seeds begin
to germinate.
5. Plant while it's still cool
The cooler temperatures in spring are ideal
for roots to take hold before the hot summer
weather arrives. This is why spring is the best
time to seed your lawn. Also, if you've been
thinking of planting any shrubs or trees, you
should do it before it gets too warm.
