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Core Practices to Achieve Success with Your Lawn
- Apply pre-emergent herbicide (either organic or chemical) before annual weed seeds germinate in the spring.
- Fertilize your lawn at the right times and with the right product (NPK ratio) to support your lawn’s health all season.
- Make time each year for seasonal maintenance to your mower to extend its life.
- Mow high to encourage deep root growth and prevent weeds.
- Cut no more than 1/3 of the length of your grass blades when you mow.
- Most lawns require 1 inch of rainfall or irrigation each week to thrive. Use a gauge or app to monitor rainfall and supplement when needed.
- Water deeply and infrequently to encourage deep root growth and grow a more resilient lawn.
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