October is a great time for our lawns. They are green and healthy, responding well to the increasingly cool weather. Especially here in Ohio, where we have experienced drought conditions for much of the growing season; thereby struggling to keep our lawns looking good!
If you do your own yard work, now is a great time to start a journal recording lawncare information such as dates when you:
- fertilize--be sure to include materials used
- aerate
- top-dress current lawn areas
- install new lawn (complete or partial areas)
Also record:
- label information from any turfgrass seed mixture used
- service information for your mower such as date of purchase, last service, blade sharpening
Keeping a record of all these activities will be useful in determining what additional work needs to be done and when.
We are approaching the deadline for new seeding, but if you have seeded this fall be sure to remove falling leaves from any newly seeded areas. Leaves left on the seedlings can smother the tender plants. Raking can be tricky, so try blowing the leaves off. Do this frequently so the leaves do not become wet and matted. Wet leaves can promote disease.
You should not have to water newly seeded areas unless it does not rain regularly. However, remember the new grass has very shallow roots and can dry out quickly. Especially if it is windy.
Fall fertilization is an important application, so don't skip it.
You want to remove falling leaves from established lawns, too. Although it is not as critical to do it as often. Mulching the leaves with your mower is a great alternative to raking. Less work and provides organic matter for the winter.
Everything you do in your landscape this fall adds to the beauty next year!
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