When to Stop From Watering Your Lawn In the Fall

Summer heat can cause severe damage to outdoor plants. But with consistent watering, you can maintain lush green lawns throughout the year. Fall is coming, and it's time to start caring for your grass differently to prepare for the colder weather.

When should you stop watering your lawn?

Autumn is the season when temperatures drop, days are shorter, and grass growth slows down. The evaporation process is sped up by less heat and sunlight. But that doesn't mean your lawn should stop receiving water abruptly or completely.

These general rules will help you know when to stop watering your plants in autumn weather conditions.

• Continue to provide water as necessary until the ground becomes frozen.
• Water is not necessary if you receive less than an inch of precipitation per week.
• If your lawn is not properly watered, fungal diseases can develop.
• Continue to water your plants during hot and dry times.
• If you have a new lawn or an existing lawn, it is important to water the roots regularly in order to promote growth.

It doesn't matter which irrigation system you use; just a few minor adjustments to your fall watering routine will allow your wallet to rest and prepare your lawn in the winter months ahead.

Fall Lawn Care Tips

Your fall steps can help keep your lawn looking beautiful through the colder months and will help it grow stronger and healthier next year.

Mowing

As cooler temperatures approach, growth slows down. Your lawn prepares itself for winter dormancy. You will need to make some adjustments to your lawn while you are still mowing it.

• Gradually reduce your mower's height until it reaches a length of one and a quarter to two inches.
• Keep mowing if your grass grows.

Fertilizing

Cool-season grasses will be able to benefit from fertilizer being applied each fall. This is because the nutrients provide nutrients that help to promote vigorous growth in the spring. You can use slow-release granular fertilizer and water the area well unless there is a chance of rain.

Weeding

Future spring weeds can become difficult to eradicate once the leaves and snow have fallen. You can start tackling unwanted spring weeds as early as the fall because they will be more likely to thrive in cooler temperatures and slower-growing grasses.

Overseeding

Spread seeds on your lawn every fall to eliminate bare patches, discourage the growth of new weeds and remove unused areas. Follow the package instructions and apply at a rate that is recommended before the first snowfall.

Aerating

If your lawn is too compacted, nutrients, water, and air cannot penetrate it. We, a team of experts, will schedule fall lawn maintenance to ensure healthy growth each season.

Mulching/Raking

It doesn't matter if you use a rake or hire professionals to clean up your yard; taking leaves out of your landscape is an essential part of fall lawn maintenance. The leaves start to fall off the trees and become a breeding ground for pests.