Summer lawns are beautiful and see a lot of activity. People are out playing sports, conducting social interactions, concerts, and a lot of other activities. As someone responsible for maintaining a commercial lawn, there are many things to keep in mind. We have prepared a list of things that will help you better care for a commercial property.
Here are some of the Do’s and Don’ts of a Summer lawn that you should keep in mind if you are responsible for maintaining a commercial lawn.
● Mow Higher –
A lawn should be mowed at no less than 3″ during the summer. The taller height will help shade the competing weeds and encourage the grass to take deeper roots. If you cut the grass too short, it will result in the turf burning up due to the lack of water and summer heat.
● Easy on the Food – Minimum fertilizers should be used during the summers. Unless your lawn gets watered from an automatic irrigation system, fertilizers can burn a summer lawn. Excessive amounts of nitrogen coupled with little rain can cause the grass to become brittle and dry.
● Lawns Get Thirsty– Water is crucial to the health of your lawn in the summers. Properly established lawns need at least 1.5″ water per week( for about 20-30 minutes and a minimum of three times). If you have an irrigation system in place, make sure the water settings are adjusted accordingly for the summer months.
● Weeding Your Lawn– Grass thrives in the summer, and so do other weeds. These competing weeds can rob your grass of vital nutrients. It’s important to rid your lawn of these weeds to ensure that your grass maintains its health.
● Put Pups in a Park – Pet poop contains high ammonia levels, which essentially means setting your lawn on fire. Brown patches that result from pet defecation are not going to repair themselves. If your lawn gets a lot of furry visitors, it is time for you to designate a specific area for these pets to do their business.
Apart from looking good, a well-maintained commercial lawn can increase a property’s value by about 15%. That is no small increment in the value, and for this reason alone, many people keep their commercial lawns in such great shape.
If you need more help with your domestic or commercial lawn, we are at your service. Please get in touch with us and let us see how we can help you maintain your lawn in a more efficient manner.
