Apply the best fall lawn treatments for a healthy return next spring.
As summer fades and the cool autumn air sets in, it’s time to turn your attention to fall lawn care. Summers can be harsh on lawns, with high heat and drought taking a toll on grass health. Fall lawn treatments play a critical role in helping your lawn recover from the stress of summer and prepare for the cold months ahead. Proper fall care ensures your lawn survives winter and primes it for early, healthy growth in the spring. Here’s why fall lawn treatments from Scientific Plant Service are essential for maintaining a strong, vibrant lawn.
Fall is the Recovery Season
After enduring the heat and dryness of summer, your lawn needs time to recover and rebuild. Fall is when grass enters its most active root growth period, allowing it to strengthen before winter dormancy. Lawns that receive proper care in the fall will recover faster and be better equipped to handle the cold weather. If your lawn enters dormancy in a weakened state, it will struggle to grow back healthy and strong in the spring.
A crucial part of fall lawn treatments is the application of nitrogen-rich fertilizers. Nitrogen is essential for plant growth, and fall fertilization helps ensure that your grass has the nutrients it needs to develop strong roots and store energy for the winter. Time-release formulas are particularly effective, providing a steady nitrogen supply to your lawn. This consistent nourishment keeps the grass in excellent condition as it enters dormancy and supports early greening in the spring.
Prevent Spring Shock
One of the most significant benefits of fall fertilization is preventing the shock that can occur when grass is starved of nitrogen during the winter and suddenly absorbs large amounts in the spring. Without a steady supply of nitrogen through the colder months, grass can experience a burst of rapid but weak growth as soon as spring arrives. This unsustainable growth leads to a lawn more susceptible to disease and environmental stress. By fertilizing in the fall, you set the stage for healthy, balanced growth when warmer weather returns.
Strengthening Your Lawn for Winter
Fall lawn treatments are designed to prepare your grass for spring and help it withstand the cold, harsh conditions of winter. A well-fertilized, weed-free lawn with strong roots is far more likely to survive freezing temperatures and snow. Investing in your lawn’s health now ensures that it will come back greener, thicker, and more resilient next year.
Fall Lawn Treatments to Consider
To prepare your lawn for winter and ensure strong spring growth, make sure to:
- Apply a nitrogen-rich, time-release fertilizer
- Use pre-emergent herbicides to stop weed growth before it starts
- Aerate the lawn to relieve soil compaction and improve root growth
- Overseed your lawn to ensure even coverage
Contact Scientific Plant Service today to schedule your fall lawn treatments and keep your grass looking its best year-round.
Scientific Plant Service Is Your Go-To Source In Landscape Healthcare
Scientific Plant Service, located in Baltimore, is a privately owned corporation, chartered in Maryland in 1957 by Frank J. Burke. We started as a full-service Arborists specializing in the care of shade trees and ornamental shrubs, but today we are a Lawn Care company that is a huge part of the community. From aquatic environments and snow management to deer and mole control, SPS has services tailored specifically for your lawn and landscape.
We offer services in Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia, including: Harford, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Howard, Anne Arundel, Montgomery, Prince Georges, Talbot, Queen Anne’s, Calvert counties in MD, as well as Loudoun County, Fairfax County, Arlington, Alexandria, and Falls Church in VA. For more information, contact us online, or call us at 410-321-0970. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Pinterest.