should consider applying a preemergent weed killer around the beginning of spring. It's important to do so around the end of March or early April, when the weeds have not yet had a chance to grow. When applying, follow the dosage instructions provided by the product's manufacturer.
Such instructions often recommend a second application right before summer begins.
Remove thatch. Once the grass has dried, you can begin to remove thatch that's built up over the winter.
Thatch is potentially very harmful to soil, blocking sunlight, air and moisture the soil needs to ensure a lawn looks lush and healthy. Thatch removal does not necessarily need to be an annual task. If thatch buildup is insignificant, then it can be done every other year. Just use a dethatching rake to make the job much easier.
Aerate, particularly if the yard is a heavy traffic area once the warm weather arrives.
If your yard transforms into a child's wonderland upon the arrival of spring and summer, you might want to revive the soil by aerating.
When the yard gets heavy usage, it's easy for soil to become compacted, which makes it hard for air and water to reach the lawn's roots. That can eventually make for a lessthan-appealing lawn. So if your yard is the place to be come the warmer months, aerate in the spring to loosen the soil and make it easier for the lawn to withstand the months ahead.
No matter how harsh the winter months might have been, spring is a great time for homeowners to restore the property around their homes.
