Pacific Northwest
Lawn Care Calendar

Regular Yearly Lawn Maintenance Tips

By Grass Master Hydroseeding

Transform your lawn into the envy of the neighborhood with this expert guide to lawn care in the Pacific Northwest. As a seasoned hydroseeding expert, I’ll guide you through a comprehensive year-round program to ensure your lawn stays lush, vibrant, and impeccably maintained.

Thatching, aerating, and overseeding are key components of this plan, ensuring your grass remains healthy and robust, no matter the season.

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October 2024 Fall Lawn Preparation

Continue with lawn renovations. Introduce new sod if necessary. Enhance soil with compost and prepare to shut down irrigation systems as weather cools.

November 2024 Winterize Your Lawn

Apply winter fertilizer to support turf health through the cold months. Mow as weather permits, avoiding wet or frozen conditions.

December 2024 End of Year Maintenance

Apply winter fertilizer if not done last month. Clear leaves and debris. Take time to reflect on the year and plan for the next season.

January 2025 Prepare Equipment

Sharpen mower blades and service your mower. Avoid walking on soggy or frozen grass.

February 2025 Inspect Lawn for Water Pooling

Address any drainage issues. Opt for groundcovers in wet areas. No mowing yet, let birds assist in grub control.

March 2025 Apply Fertilizer and Prepare Lawn

Kick off growth season with organic or slow-release fertilizer. Prep for renovation, thatch removal, and aeration if needed. Mow on a medium setting if required.

April 2025 Overseeding and Regular Mowing

Continue fertilizing. Rake and overseed sparse areas or consider hydroseeding. Start regular mowing schedule, and let clippings nourish soil.

May 2025 Irrigation System Check

Overseed if not done last month. Check irrigation for proper coverage, aiming for one inch of water weekly. Maintain mowing every 5-7 days.

June 2025 Adjust Watering Schedule

Focus on deep, infrequent watering to promote root growth. Adjust watering based on weather. Continue grasscycling, mow 1-2 times weekly.

July 2025 Summer Lawn Care

Ensure lawn gets an inch of water weekly. Allow for dormancy by reducing watering to once monthly if you choose. Skip fertilization, mow regularly.

August 2025 Evaluate and Maintain

Continue regular watering and mowing. Plan for fall interventions and consider alternative groundcovers for challenging sections.

September 2025 Resume Fertilizing and Start Fall Renovation

As rains return, resume use of organic or slow-release fertilizers. Start fall renovations with thatching, aerating, and overseeding.