Happy National Lawn Care Month – We’ve Got All The Tips!
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It’s April. It’s spring. The temps are rising, the birds are chirping and it’s National Lawn Care Month! At Spring Green, we love April for all these reasons, and we want to spread our love for lawn care with you by sharing the ways lawns enhance our lives and the basic dos and don'ts of lawn care.
National Lawn Care Month: 3 Ways Lawns Enhance Our Lives
1. They protect from ticks, mosquitoes, fleas and fire ants. A lawn treated with safe and environmentally-friendly pest control products will protect your family’s health. If left untreated, you could be exposed to the diseases and discomfort that these pests can cause, such as:
- Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and other diseases can be transmitted via tick bites
- West Nile Virus, Encephalitis, Chikungunya and the Zika virus are all linked to mosquito bites from infected mosquitoes
- Anemia-causing tapeworms, as well as murine typhus, have been traced to flea bites
- Painful bites and life-threatening allergic reactions are linked to fire ant bites
2. They make us happier. Our lives are enriched by having green spaces around us, and science backs up this assertion. In fact, a study put out by Housley and Wolf showed that just by looking (even through a window) out at plants, trees and green lawn, we can reduce our stress levels and lower our blood pressure—not to mention the endless hours of fun kids have playing outside! A green environment has also been shown to improve focus and memory.
3. They make us healthier. Keeping your lawn properly mowed can keep us healthier by reducing the effects of seasonal allergies. The pollen in grasses is produced at the tips of the top of the blades. By keeping your lawn maintained at a height of about two inches, you’ll help the allergy sufferers in your family avoid pollen as much as possible.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Lawn Care This National Lawn Care Month (And All Year Long)
- Do mow often, but don’t mow too short
- Do use fertilizer to control weeds, but don’t use harsh chemicals
- Do stick to a watering schedule, but don’t overwater
- Do cut your lawn at the right time of day, but don’t cut it if it’s wet
- Do adjust your lawn care plans based on the season
- Don’t forget about clearing away debris, leaves and branches regularly
- Do learn what things make sense for you to do yourself
- Don’t hesitate to bring in an experienced lawn care professional to help you with your lawn care
While National Lawn Care Month is top of mind in April of every year, it’s top of our minds here at Spring Green all year long. We understand just how important, and sometimes challenging, it can be to have and maintain a lawn care regimen. That’s why we’re here.
In fact, for over 40 years, we’ve been perfecting ways to help home and business owners enjoy beautiful lawns without the stress and having to worry about what to do and what not to do. Our experienced professionals are up-to-date on the latest lawn care techniques, dedicated to providing the very best in customer service and standing by to meet your needs.