Milwaukee Landscaping Tips

Start the lawn-care season by taking care of your mower. Bring in your mower for service in early spring. This helps you beat the rush so your mower is in tip-top shape right when you need to use it.

Stop crabgrass: Crabgrass and other annual weeds need to grow from seed each year, so a well-timed application of pre-emergence herbicide can stop them in their tracks. Spread the herbicide as weeds bloom in your area start to drop. Aerate your lawn: If your lawn doesn’t grow well because of hard, compacted soil, aerate it in spring (when your grass is actively growing).

Start mowing: Bring out the lawn mower when your grass grows about 3 inches tall. Keep most grasses at least 2 inches tall — this height helps the grass ward off weeds and withstand summer drought. First feeding: If you feed your lawn a couple of times a year, a light application of lawn food in early spring will help get your grass off to a great start. Keep it light and use a slow-release or organic fertilizer. Wait to fertilize until your lawn needs mowing for the first time. Feeding your lawn too early is just a waste of money.

Milwaukee Commercial And Residential Lawn Care and Maintenance.